surface-level transportation

The United States Capitol Building at sunset, as seen from across the reflecting pool.

Sharp cuts to federal passenger rail, public transit funding arrive today

The American Public Transportation Associations estimates the stopgap bill will result in an over 80% cut to federal passenger rail investment and 20% cut to public transit investment.

October 1, 2026 - Smart Cities Dive

A road, lined with cars, leading to the United States Capital Building.

Surface transportation funding extended to mid-December

The temporary spending bill reduces public transit funding by 20% and passenger rail funding by 81%.

September 5, 2026 - Mass Transit

The capitol building in Washington DC.

House’s stopgap bill would reduce passenger rail investment by 83%

The bill would also lessen surface level public transit investment by 20% and eliminate the advance appropriations provided by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

September 3, 2026 - Smart Cities Dive

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