This holiday season, make the smart choice. Plan a safe, sober ride home to ensure you will safely arrive and be right where you should be—enjoying time with those who matter most.
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At the US Department of Transportation, we occupy a unique leadership role in global transportation. Since our first official day of operation nearly 50 years ago, our transportation programs have evolved to meet the demands of a changing Nation. Today, DOT is composed of the Office of the Secretary, the Office of the Inspector General and 10 Operating Administrations. At the DOT, the safety of the people who travel is our top priority. We are building a better America by making the nation’s transportation system making it safer, more accessible, more reliable, and multi-modal. Together we will increase economic strength, improve climate and equity outcomes, and build global competitiveness for the American people. And we want to continue bringing talented minds into public service to help us in the process. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is ranked #3 in the 2020 best places to work in the Federal Government. We hope you’ll join us!
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As the holiday travel season approaches, visit FlightRights.gov to learn your passenger rights. Stay informed and know what to expect before you buy and before you board.
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U.S. Department of Transportation reposted this
To help protect motorists and wildlife alike, FHWA today announced $125 million in second round of Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program grants for 16 wildlife crossing projects in 16 states, including one Native American tribe. The funding supports studies and projects that construct wildlife crossings over and below busy roads, add fencing to direct animals to the crossings, and monitor performance of crossing systems. “Safety is FHWA’s top priority, and these roadway safety investments will ensure that motorists and wildlife get to their destinations safely while advancing a safe, efficient transportation system that benefits all road users as well as the environment,” said Acting Federal Highway Deputy Administrator Gloria M. Shepherd. The full list of project selections can be found at https://lnkd.in/enfzTCbN Press release: https://lnkd.in/esqM3AfT
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Secretary Pete joined former Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx to discuss the progress made under the Biden-Harris administration and what’s ahead for America’s transportation. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eF6zHsMU
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The FAA is forecasting 50K+ flights today, making it the busiest air travel day ahead of the holidays! 🛫 Before you fly, know your passenger rights in case of delays or cancellations. Visit FlightRights.gov for all the details.
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U.S. Department of Transportation reposted this
Investing in infrastructure and our future. FHWA awarded $4.2 million under the Highway Construction Training Program to fund 16 innovative workforce development projects. These grants train highway construction workers, supporting our goals to increase highly skilled jobs. With these new workforce grants, we are building tomorrow’s transportation workforce. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2kES8KT #InvestingInAmerica #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw
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