INVEST in America Act

INVEST in America Act

On July 1, 2021 the House passed the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America Act). The surface reauthorization bill includes $547 billion over five years.  

Included in this legislation:

  • $343 billion in roads, bridges and safety

    • $13 billion for Projects of National and Regional Significance (rebranded INFRA grant program)

    • $4 billion for clean corridors (electric vehicle charging and hydrogen fueling)

    • $560 million for ferry boats and terminals

    • $1 billion for active transportation grants

  • $109 billion in transit

    • $11 billion in bus and bus facilities

      • $4 billion for zero-emission buses

  • $95 billion in passenger and freight rail

    • $32 billion for Amtrak’s national network and North East Corridor

    • $25 billion in high-speed rail and intercity passenger rail grants (PRIME)

    • $25 billion for bridges, stations and tunnels

    • $2.5 billion for grade-crossing separations

Additional resources below:

CARTS FY 2023 Community Transportation Program Application

CARTS FY 2023 Community Transportation Program Application

CARTS Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Fixed Route Changes

CARTS Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Fixed Route Changes