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MARAD is excited to announce the 17 recipients of the Small Shipyard Grants program for 2025. This funding supports critical upgrades and strengthens our industrial base. From coast to coast, small shipyards are receiving the tools necessary to build more, build better, and fuel…

#ICYMI: On Thurs, July 17 at DOT HQ, @SecDuffy brought together Congressional members, infrastructure stakeholders and State DOT CEOs in a first-of-its-kind event to discuss policy priorities for the next surface transportation reauthorization. This nationwide effort will help…

The golden age of transportation is now and @USDOT is leaving no one behind!

It’s a new day for transportation and a chance to promote economic growth! The Department is looking for public comment on Surface Reauthorization to: ✅ Enhance transportation safety ✅ Accelerate project delivery ✅ Increase opportunities ✅ Strengthen partnerships

Today begins the Rural Road Safety Awareness Week. FHWA is encouraging State DOTs and local transportation agencies to make the commitment to reduce severe crashes on rural roadways by implementing FHWA’s Proven Safety Countermeasures and @NHTSAgov’s…

Ever thought of a career in air traffic control? @FAANews Academy is seating applicants 4x faster than ever before, and we just secured $12.5B to make our system the envy of the world. Now is the time! Take a look inside the Academy ⬇️⬇️

🛣️ It’s Operation Safe Driver Week (July 13–19)! Let’s all drive with purpose. ✅ Stay alert 📵 Avoid distractions 🧠 Drive with care 🚗 Share the road Safer roads start with you. Explore safety tips at FMCSA fmcsa.dot.gov/ourroads @CVSA #DriveSafe #FMCSA…

We recently partnered w/@USDOTFHWA’s Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center to enhance its staff’s data science, machine learning, & AI skills & knowledge.Find the report: is.gd/NY9EgV For more on our Innovative Research Design & Deployment work:…

New data show a notable decrease in people killed in crashes in the first 3 months of the year — the lowest quarterly estimation in 6 years — but we still have more work to do. Read more: nhtsa.gov/press-releases…

Our prayers are with the flooded communities in Texas emerging from an unbearable tragedy. @USDOT is ready to rebuild once officials clear the search and rescue phase of the recovery.

🚘 More than 72M Americans will travel over the July 4th period—many sharing the road with trucks & buses. Before you head out, check out @FMCSA’s 6 tips for summer driving safety. 🛣️ 👉 fmcsa.medium.com/hitting-the-ro… #100DaysOfRoadwaySafety #RoadTripSafety

Wonder how your plane gets from takeoff to touchdown? Take a look at how the FAA’s highly trained air traffic controllers work around the clock, in different facilities, to orchestrate the safe and efficient movement of thousands of flights each day. Learn more at…

.@USDOT @SecDuffy is calling on all governors to prioritize and invest in roadway safety improvements in their states through the new initiative, Safe Arterials for Everyone through Reliable Operations and Distraction-Reducing Strategies—SAFE ROADS— targeting non-freeway arterial…

This week marks the busiest Fourth of July travel period in 15 years, with over 51,000 flights on July 3 alone! Travel demand is strong this year - peaking late July into August – and we want everyone to travel safely and have a great summer. A huge thanks to the thousands of FAA…

FMCSA is proposing updates to how states handle crash & inspection data review requests through DataQs. We want your input! 🗣️ Comments due Sept 2, 2025 🔗 federalregister.gov/d/2025-12059 #FMCSA #TruckSafety #DataQs #PublicComment

History on Track: Combining her commitment to safety and passion for engineering, in 1890 Mary Riggin patented the rail crossing gate. This new device used sensors and hydraulic controls to open and close gates at railroad crossings when trains approached. This invention helped…

Our engineers were recently at Orlando International (@MCO) supporting the @FAAnews facilities replacement program to enhance air traffic management safety & performance. For more on our Aviation Facilities & Business Services work: is.gd/qVwx1G

Tuesday Trivia: The blue and white Emergency Notification System (ENS) sign is located at __ grade crossings. ENS Sign Awareness Day @olinational

Wonder how flights get to their destinations during summer’s frequent storms? The FAA’s air traffic controllers work with airlines and weather pros to get you to your destination safely. Learn more at faa.gov/summer-travel. #FAAInTheAir #FAAWeatherSquad

Prevent underground pipeline damage by contacting 811 before you dig and following safe digging practices. Protect communities, avoid costly damages, and keep worksites safe. Check out @CGAConnect Best Practices for guidance 🛠️, available at bestpractices.commongroundalliance.com