Updated Low or No Emission Grant Program now offers increased adaptability
The United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced an update to the Low or No Emission Grant Program policy, with the aim of providing greater flexibility to transit agencies and focusing on building safe and reliable buses for American commuters.
The revised policy allows grant recipients to request changes to their proposals, including a shift from zero-emission to low-emission technologies if desired. This flexibility is in response to feedback from transit agencies and public officials regarding technical and financial challenges of implementing zero-emission transit solutions.
The Low or No Emission Grant Program, which supports transit agencies in purchasing or leasing low- and zero-emission buses and related infrastructure, aims to fund reliable mobility for Americans and meet public demand. The program helps modernize fleets and reduce emissions over time.
However, the updated policy does not specify the types of low-emission technologies that are now acceptable. Grant recipients who wish to revise their projects or seek reconsideration of previously denied requests are encouraged to contact their FTA Regional Office.
The FTA requires grant recipients to submit requests for changes in writing, and the proposed changes and their rationales will be reviewed by the FTA according to its standard processes. The changes are being overseen by Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, who has granted flexibility to the FTA grant recipients.
It's worth noting that the update is not intended to force ideology on American manufacturers and public transportation providers at the expense of the American people. The policy update does not provide details on the process for grant recipients to request changes to their proposals, nor does it specify the types of low-emission technologies that are now acceptable.
The updated policy is part of the US DOT's commitment to supporting American commuters with safe, reliable, and environmentally friendly public transportation. The FTA encourages transit agencies to take advantage of this flexibility to choose technologies that align with their operational needs and budgets, with the ultimate goal of providing a better commuting experience for Americans across the country.
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