Image Call to action will advance America’s space dominance in the race against China WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is launching two new initiatives to ensure continued American dominance in the global commercial space transportation industry. What we’re doing: The FAA is asking the public and industry for ideas on two big issues: where the U.S. should build new spaceports, and how it should set aside “priority airspace” for important space-launch routes. These initiatives support President Trump’s Executive Order Ensuring American Space Superiority and his 2026 National Space Transportation Policy. Why it matters: The U.S. was responsible for 217 of the 329 commercial space launches worldwide in 2025 and we expect to see that number will soar to 10,000 FAA-licensed launches and reentries a year by 2035. Right now, 83 percent of launches come from just three sites: Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and Kennedy Space Center in Florida, and Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Increased launch and reentry demand will require more sites to provide more capacity. “America’s commercial space industry is driving innovation, strengthening our national security, creating high-paying jobs, and expanding economic opportunity across the country,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we will ensure the next era of space transportation is powered by American workers, American companies, and American ingenuity.” "The United States is the undisputed leader in launch capacity, but we can push our edge even further with more space launch infrastructure,” said Under Secretary for Policy Ryan McCormack. “To reach 10,000 launches and reentries annually by 2035, we must modernize our approach to spaceports. This RFI is our call to action to industry partners to weigh in with their expertise and help us build a resilient, efficient, and secure foundation for the next great era of American space dominance." “Public input is essential as we plan for the future of commercial space transportation,” said FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. “By hearing from industry, local communities, aviation stakeholders, and the broader public, we can better identify viable spaceport locations and develop airspace routes that support more frequent launches while maintaining the highest standards of safety and efficiency.” We’re asking for feedback on: What makes a good new viable spaceport site. Key factors include safety, geography, access to roads and utilities, ability to launch over open water, limited overflight of other countries, and room for future growth. Why some existing commercial spaceports are underused and what the government could do to make them more useful. Previously discussed locations, including sites in Florida, Georgia, Puerto Rico, and offshore launch platforms, as well as any other possible locations. How “critical space launch corridors” in airspace should work. The goal is to support faster, more frequent launches while minimizing disruption to regular air travel and maintaining safety. Comments: Must be submitted electronically or by mail referencing to docket FAA-2026-9736 within 60 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register. ###

USDOT will fund 238 grants to modernize and reinforce infrastructure at airports nationwide WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced a $615 million investment to improve runway and taxiway infrastructure, invest in family-friendly features in terminals, and support critical airfield safety upgrades in 42 states and two territories. In total, 238 grants were funded through the Airport Improvement Program, including: $21.5 million to Midland International Air & Space Port in Texas for runway rehabilitation. $19.5 million to construct a new airport in Noatak, Alaska. $15.3 million to San Diego International Airport for noise mitigation. $8.3 million to Gary/Chicago International Airport in Indiana for a new contract tower. $8 million to Lynchburg Regional Airport in Virginia for a new terminal. $6.3 million to Wilmington International Airport in North Carolina for runway extension. $2.4 million to Sacramento International Airport in California for new passenger boarding bridges. “Upgrading our airport infrastructure is part of our work to usher in the Golden Age of Transportation,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “American families deserve state-of-the-art runways, taxiways and infrastructure that will make their travel experience safer, smoother, and more efficient.” “We’re improving safety and efficiency at airports throughout the U.S.,” said FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. “We’re prioritizing these grants in a time when Americans are traveling more than ever, ensuring we fulfill our promise to transform the passenger travel experience.” Additional Information: Airports can use AIP funding for infrastructure projects such as runways, taxiways, signage, lighting, markings and other safety-related needs. View a data visualization of the airports receiving funding. ###

Port will explore small modular reactors, microgrids, and advanced vessel propulsion systems CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy today was joined by Maritime Administrator (MARAD) Stephen M. Carmel, U.S. Representative Michael Cloud (TX-27) and leaders from Texas’ Port of Corpus Christi to kick off a new partnership focused on small modular reactor (SMR) technology for maritime applications. By testing the latest innovations in SMRs, the Department can help revitalize U.S. shipbuilding, cut fuel costs, and restore America’s maritime dominance. This is the second agreement the Department has signed since Secretary Duffy launched the SMR initiative in May. As the United States’ largest port for petroleum exports and a national leader in liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments, the Port of Corpus Christi is a major gateway for American energy. Thanks to President Donald J. Trump, the Port has seen an 81% increase in LNG exports since 2022. “Small modular reactors have the potential to reshape America’s maritime sector, lower shipping costs, and bolster our supply chains,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “I’m thrilled that the Port of Corpus Christi is embracing this exciting partnership with the Trump Administration to ensure the United States leads the way in innovation. Maritime dominance starts with rebuilding America’s fleet with this state-of-the-art technology.” Image Secretary Duffy and MARAD Administrator Carmel were joined by Port of Corpus Christi CEO Kent Britton and Commission Chairman Gabe Guerra for the MOU signing Image Before the signing, Secretary Duffy and MARAD Administrator Carmel toured the Port of Corpus Christi and its energy infrastructure alongside Rep. Cloud "This agreement with the Port of Corpus Christi demonstrates that the leading energy port in the nation understands the significance of this technology,” said Maritime Administrator Stephen M. Carmel. “SMR integration has the potential to drive down costs and guarantee that our critical Gulf Coast maritime supply chains remain resilient against any contingency, from extreme weather to power grid disruptions, while training the next generation of high-skilled American mariners.” Through a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC), MARAD and the Port of Corpus Christi agreed to work together to explore opportunities to advance maritime energy systems, including through the potential integration of SMR technologies, resilient port microgrids, shoreside power architecture, infrastructure capable of supporting emerging vessel propulsion concepts, and related workforce development opportunities. “The Trump Administration has long recognized the important role of the Port of Corpus Christi in reclaiming America’s energy dominance,” said Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27). “Small modular reactor technology has the potential to power port operations, support the broader industrial complex, and advance maritime propulsion capabilities in ways that will benefit the entire Gulf Coast and the nation. I appreciate Secretary Duffy’s work in ensuring America continues to lead in energy innovation.” “With this agreement, the Port of Corpus Christi affirms its commitment to work with the Administration to promote innovation in the U.S. maritime sector in support of our nation’s storied maritime industrial base and the communities around the world that depend upon it,” said Jeff Pollack, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer for the Port of Corpus Christi. Additional Information: In May, Secretary Duffy launched the initiative to develop SMRs to drive down costs for U.S. shipping and enhance energy dominance. In June, the Trump Administration signed an agreement to establish the nation’s first testing area for nuclear-powered vessels with the Port of Long Beach. ###

CINCINNATI, OH – U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is investing $5.3 billion into rail projects across the U.S. that will enhance safety, upgrade critical infrastructure, and purchase new trainsets for Amtrak as the Department ushers in the Golden Age of Rail. Roughly $2 billion of this grant package is funding Secretary Duffy saved the American people by canceling Gavin Newsom’s disastrous high-speed train to nowhere. His California boondoggle has exploded in projected costs with estimates as high as $231 billion – nearly seven times higher than its initial cost. In total, the $5.3 billion grant package will: Close over 30 grade crossings and upgrade over a thousand with new infrastructure and technology Purchase 43 Made-in-America trainsets to replace Amtrak’s aging fleet in high-demand corridors Overhaul 41 locomotives currently serving Amtrak’s Midwest and Pacific routes. “It’s simple: Boondoggles are OUT and safety is IN,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “Instead of wasting billions of dollars on a train to nowhere, we are fixing thousands of grade crossings – saving lives and improving communities across America. We’re also making an unprecedented investment in Amtrak because President Trump and I are committed to making passenger rail in America great again. Gavin Newsom should take notes–this is how you properly invest hard-earned taxpayer dollars.” A DATA-DRIVEN APPROACH FRA placed a significant emphasis on targeting "high risk" crossings for closure and replacement, which are those with a documented accident history of 3 or more incidents and/or 2 or more fatal incidents during the last 5 years. Grade crossings—intersections where roads cross railroad tracks at-grade—is the second leading cause of rail-related deaths in the United States. Nationally, more than 2,000 incidents and 200 fatalities at grade crossings occur each year. The Trump Administration is also investing billions into Amtrak in anticipation of its ongoing efforts to reorganize the company’s management structure into three distinct entities, one of which would be focused on improving Amtrak's management of its fleet. This includes new investment to replace 40 to 50 year old equipment to enhance the travel experience for Amtrak customers. The new trainsets will also allow Amtrak to increase its seat availability – lowering ticket costs through the company’s dynamic pricing models. THE INVESTMENTS Across the country, forty-one projects received awards in 23 states including: $356 million for Florida DOT to perform good repair improvements at up to 910 highway-rail grade crossings across the State $2.5 million for the City of New Orleans in Louisiana to make critical repairs to 70-year-old platforms and canopies at the New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal $1.1 million for the City of Crete in Nebraska to examine eight existing at-grade crossings to determine what future infrastructure improvements might be needed $299 million for the North Carolina DOT to eliminate nine grade crossings, install double track segments, and engage in trespassing prevention efforts $40 million for the City of Fairfield in Ohio to close two at-grade rail crossings and create a new bridge over a of the CSX Cincinnati Terminal Subdivision. $189 million for the Texas DOT to eliminate nine crossings within the cities of Fort Worth, Dallas, and Terrell Texas and an additional $39 million for Hays County, Texas to construct a grade-separated bridge. Amtrak specific investments include $2.05 billion to acquire 43 Made-in-America trainsets to replace Amtrak’s aging fleet and $140 million to overhaul 41 locomotives currently serving Amtrak’s Midwest and Pacific routes. The Amtrak lines receiving new trainsets include: Adirondack, Blue Water, Carolinian, Cascades, D.C. to Newport News, D.C. to Norfolk, D.C. to Roanoke, Downeaster, Empire, Ethan Allen, Hartford Line, Hiawatha, Illini/Saluki, Illinois Zephyr, Keystone, Lincoln, Pennsylvanian, Pere Marquette, Piedmont, River Runner, and Wolverine routes. “The projects we announced today will help make our nation’s rail network much safer because now state DOT’s across America will have the funds they need to eliminate dangerous grade crossings across the nation,” said FRA Administrator David Fink. “FRA also collaborated with Amtrak over a two year period to determine how best to distribute these funds so passenger trains can run on time and freight isn’t delayed.” Additional Information: Projects were funded through the National Railroad Partnership Program (NRPP) which provides a federal funding opportunity to improve American passenger rail assets by funding projects that enhance safety, including grade crossing safety, or that reduce the state-of-good-repair backlog or otherwise improve performance. Eligible National Railroad Partnership Program applicants include: a State, a group of States, an Interstate Compact, a public agency or publicly chartered authority established by one or more States, a political subdivision of a State, Amtrak, acting on its own behalf or under a cooperative agreement with one or more States, a Federally recognized Indian Tribe, and any combination of the entities described above. Under President Trump and Secretary Duffy, FRA announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity last September (NOFO) that was designed to help deliver critical upgrades to the American rail system and help usher in a new Golden Age for American rail. FRA received 103 eligible applications from 78 individual applicants who requested a total of $11,657,180,502 in funding. More information on the National Railroad Partnership Program and the selections will be available on the FRA website here. A list of selected projects can be found here. ###

Image New tech will enhance air traffic controllers’ ability to track planes and vehicles on the runway to prevent incursions WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the installation of a new Surface Movement Radar (SMR) at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The radar replacement is the latest move by the Trump Administration to modernize America’s air traffic control system. A timeline of improvements to DCA can be found HERE. DCA is the sixth airport to receive a Surface Movement Radar Model 4 (SMR-4) and follows an installation at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) earlier this week. The new technology will help controllers prevent incursions by allowing them to better track aircraft and vehicles on runways and taxiways in all weather and visibility conditions. “In just 18 months, we have delivered billions of dollars to air traffic control centers across the country–including $30.5 million right here at Washington Reagan. This new radar is our latest reinforcement tool to equip our controllers as they safeguard our air travel. We’re working at the Speed of Trump to deliver the world-class air traffic control system America deserves,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “By enabling them to see aircraft and vehicles on the ground no matter the weather or visibility, this new radar will give controllers at DCA a clearer picture of airport activity. Our priority is keeping travelers safe, and this radar– along with the numerous other upgrades happening at DCA–will help our controllers do just that,” said FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. Image Click HERE or on the photo to view video footage of the installation Trump’s Transportation Department will invest $30.5 million into DCA from the Working Families Tax Cuts Act over the next three years to deliver critical safety and modernization upgrades. In addition to the installation of the SMR-4, DCA has already replaced 67% of its copper wiring with high-speed fiber to enhance communication, transitioned from flimsy paper to electronic flight strips, and installed new radios to improve communication between controllers and pilots. By the end of 2028, DCA will also install: New Electronic Information Display Systems to improve situational awareness for controllers. New IP voice switches to help controllers communicate with pilots and other air traffic facilities more efficiently. Additional Information: Under Secretary Duffy’s leadership, the FAA is moving at the speed of Trump to make upgrades to our air traffic control system nationwide. In just one year we have: Replaced 60% of all copper wires Converted 363 radio sites nationwide Installed 96 new Surface Awareness Initiative systems Transitioned 19 towers to electronic flight strips Installed 151 IP voice switches at control towers ###

Image Program received a 300% boost thanks to President Trump WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced that the Maritime Administration (MARAD) is delivering $35.1 million to invest in critical infrastructure and workforce development at 45 shipyards across 24 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Thanks to President Trump’s Executive Order to Restore America’s Maritime Dominance, the program received a historic 300% increase in funding in 2026. Projects examples include: $1,007,678 to Gulf Marine Repair Corporation in Tampa, Florida, for training center equipment, wheel loaders and upgrades to three berths in its south slip. $1,000,000 to Robert E. Derecktor, Inc. in Mamaroneck, New York, for an offshore marine crane. $991,565 to Carlisle & Bray Hebron Shipyard in Hebron, Kentucky, for a floating drydock. $387,745 to Signet Maritime Corporation in Pascagoula, Mississippi, for equipment including a plasma cutting table, welding tractors, a crane, and a vertical tilt-frame bandsaw. $321,474.38 to Safe Boats International LLC in Bremerton Washington, for 17 welding machines to be used in their aluminum welding/fabrication training program. “Small shipyards across America were once the backbone of our nation’s maritime industry. President Trump is reviving this critical sector so America can finally rekindle its proud history of building the vessels that keep America’s economy moving. The 300% increase in this program will fund cutting-edge equipment, major facility upgrades, and new training programs for the next generation of maritime workers,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “America’s small shipyards drive our maritime economy and strengthen our national readiness,” said MARAD Administrator Stephen M. Carmel. “Across the Nation, shipyard workers bring the skill, innovation, and technical expertise that build, repair, and launch the vessels America depends on. These investments support the Maritime Action Plan and will strengthen America’s maritime future for years to come.” Reminder: Secretary Duffy has an overseen historic overhaul into America’s ports, shipyards, inland waterways, and the Merchant Marine Academy to advance the President’s maritime dominance agenda: Delivering nearly $1 billion in funding to upgrade America’s ports and marine highways to strengthen our supply chain. Cutting red tape to streamline environmental red tape for deepwater ports to expand American energy production. Announcing a $2 billion investment to build two new military ships. Accelerating the modernization of the United States Merchant Marine Academy campus. Unleashing innovation into small modular nuclear reactors to create next-generation ship technology.

‘We will fight this lawsuit tooth and nail to prevent more senseless crashes by unqualified drivers’ WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy today released the following statement slamming a radical legal effort by 21 states and the District of Columbia to block the federal government from accessing data it needs to keep America’s roads free of dangerous illegal immigrant truck drivers. Image Watch Secretary Duffy talk about how liberal states are siding with illegal truck drivers over the safety of American citizens HERE The lawsuit was filed the day after the one year anniversary following the August 12, 2025, Florida Turnpike crash. The tragic three-fatality collision involved an undocumented driver who was operating a commercial vehicle with an illegally issued license. “Every administration since 1988 has had access to this basic database, so let’s be clear on what this ridiculous lawsuit is really all about. These radical state AGs want to make it harder for my Department to enforce the rules of the road and easier for dangerous illegal immigrant truck drivers to operate a big rig,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “They may not care about keeping you and your family safe, but President Trump and I do. We will fight this lawsuit tooth and nail to prevent more senseless crashes by unqualified drivers.” Reminder: Since President Trump issued the Executive Order to restore integrity to the trucking industry in April 2025, Secretary Duffy and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration have: Revoked over 30,000 illegally issued commercial driver’s licenses across non-compliant states. Removed nearly 10,000 fraudulent or unqualified CDL training providers from the federal registry. Enforced strict English Language Proficiency standards, placing over 26,000 non-compliant operators out of service to ensure every driver on American highways can read road signs and communicate with law enforcement. Closed the non-domiciled CDL loophole, cutting off unvetted foreign operators tied to dozens of fatal crashes. Additional Information: AAMVA operates the CDLIS database on behalf of the federal government; it is contractually and legally obligated to furnish the requested records at FMCSA's direction, with federal protection against state-level liability. ###

EWR’s new radar will improve air traffic controllers ability to track planes and vehicles on the runway and prevent runway incursions NEWARK, N.J. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and Federal Aviation Administrator Bryan Bedford today unveiled Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)’s brand-new Surface Movement Radar (SMR). Replacing the airport’s 30-year-old radar is the latest step taken by the Trump Administration to modernize operations and improve safety at one of America’s busiest airports. The Surface Movement Radar Model 4 (SMR-4) will allow air traffic controllers to track aircraft and vehicles on runways and taxiways in all weather and visibility conditions. EWR’s SMR-4 is the fifth to be installed so far nationwide. “Since the start of this administration, we have been working towards building a modern system that will serve America’s skies for generations. From replacing Newark’s ancient copper wire to investing $30 million into new infrastructure and bringing new radar online, we are delivering real safety and efficiency enhancements at one of our nation’s busiest airports. We’re just getting started in our efforts to usher in the Golden Age of Travel for American passengers,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “Newark sees well-over a thousand flights per day, and the new Surface Movement Radar will help controllers keep those flights safe at this major U.S. hub,” said FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. “This is just the latest step in the FAA’s work to modernize our skies for the Golden Age of Travel.” Over the next three years, EWR will receive $30 million from President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts to deliver critical upgrades. In addition to the installation of the SMR-4 radar, EWR has replaced 90% of its copper wiring with high-speed fiber to enhance communication, and is currently transitioning from paper flight strips to new electronic flight strips. By the end of summer 2027, EWR will also install: New electronic information displays for controllers to improve situational awareness. New voice switches to help controllers communicate with pilots and other air traffic facilities more efficiently. New long-range radar to give controllers a more modern and reliable way to survey aircraft position. Image EWR’s new SMR-4 radar is the fifth to be installed nationwide In summer 2025, EWR was one of the worst airports in America for delays. Thanks to Secretary Duffy, upgrades have been deployed at the Speed of Trump, including: Overseeing a software patch to fix glitches and prevent outages Expediting the deployment of new fiber to replace copper wiring Completing runway construction ahead of schedule Rebalancing flight volume to match controller staffing As a result, EWR is a leading northeast airport for on-time flights. Additional Information: Under Secretary Duffy’s leadership, the FAA is moving at the speed of Trump to make upgrades to our air traffic control system nationwide. In just one year we have: Replaced 60% of all copper wires Converted 363 radio sites nationwide Installed 96 new Surface Awareness Initiative systems Transitioned 19 towers to electronic flight strips Installed 151 IP voice switches at control towers ###

Future Administrations won’t be able to reverse ELP standard like Obama did and put American roads at risk WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is moving to codify guidelines that enforce English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers into a new rule. By turning this guideline into a codified rule, future administrations will not be able to weaken ELP requirements like the Obama administration did allowing unqualified drivers to remain on U.S. roads. Under the new standard, CMV drivers unable to sufficiently read or speak English or understand highway traffic signs and signals will be placed out-of-service. Secretary Duffy’s crackdown on dangerous drivers has already knocked more than 26,000 drivers off American roads for failing ELP tests. “Federal law is clear, drivers who can’t read or speak English—our national language—or understand road signs are unqualified to operate 80,000-pound big rigs on America’s highways. By making these commonsense English proficiency standards permanent, we are closing a dangerous loophole that has cost Americans their lives. The Trump Administration is committed to putting American families first and ensuring the safety of our roads,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “When a driver can't read a 'Steep Grade,' 'Runaway Truck Ramp,' or 'Do Not Enter' sign, people die. This rulemaking codifies commonsense safety into law. Since reinvigorating strict ELP checks, we have already pulled over 26,000 unqualified drivers off the road. This rule ensures that roadside inspectors will always have the full force of federal regulation behind them to issue immediate out-of-service orders whenever an unqualified driver is detected,” said FMCSA Administrator Derek D. Barrs. Additional Information: Federal regulations on English proficiency standards have existed for commercial drivers since 1937. However, a 2016 policy introduced during the Obama Administration prohibited inspectors from placing drivers out-of-service solely for failing English proficiency evaluations. Instead, non-compliant drivers were merely issued minor administrative citations and allowed to keep driving on America’s roadways. Lowering these standards resulted in a steep drop in driver standards and led to fatal crashes in Florida and Colorado where investigations concluded drivers were unable to read English warning signs or communicate with law enforcement during routine inspections. The Department first reinstated this rule in April 2025 to coincide with a White House Executive Order to strengthen highway safety by ensuring that all commercial drivers are properly qualified and proficient in English, our national language. Key Elements of the Proposed Rulemaking: Cementing Commonsense Safety Rules: This proposed rule makes the inability to understand basic road signs or communicate with law enforcement an immediate out-of-service violation in federal regulations. Once finalized, it will prevent future administrations from quietly weakening these standards and putting American lives at risk. Strict Nationwide Enforcement: The proposed rule establishes a unified standard to ensure every state across the country applies the same strict out-of-service requirement for unqualified truck drivers. Closing the Border Loophole: The proposed rule takes decisive action to crack down on a dangerous loophole at the U.S.-Mexico border. Any driver who cannot sufficiently read or speak English will be stopped and placed out-of-service before exiting the border area and driving further into American communities. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking was published in the Federal Register, opening a public comment period prior to final implementation. For more information on commercial motor vehicle safety regulations, visit www.fmcsa.dot.gov. ###

2025 had the second-lowest fatality rate on America’s roads in recorded history WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today rolled out the National Roadway Safety Strategy (NRSS) – a new interdepartmental plan to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries on our nation’s roadways. Thanks to President Trump and Secretary Duffy’s work over the last year and a half, traffic deaths have already fallen to record lows in 2025. “President Trump and I are committed to keeping American families safe on our roads. In the past year alone, we’ve partnered with law enforcement agencies to step up traffic enforcement, removed dangerous foreign truck drivers off the roads, and launched new educational campaigns on the dangers of distracted driving, drunk driving, and driving without a seat belt,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. “This new strategy builds on that progress by doubling down on our coordination with the police, enhancing our anti-congestion initiatives, and embracing automotive innovation to make our streets safer than ever.” This Strategy will make American roads safer for families, truckers, commuters, and construction workers by prioritizing three core objectives: Safer People: USDOT is doubling down on safety for families in rural, urban, and tribal communities. That means stronger support for transportation workers and first responders and a renewed commitment to law enforcement after the previous administration turned its back on them. Safer Roads: Through more innovative road design, targeted bottleneck relief, and cracking down on dangerous truck drivers, USDOT will keep traffic moving while reducing congestion and improve crash outcomes, including secondary crashes. Safer Vehicles: To ensure America stays a leader in vehicle safety, USDOT is modernizing safety standards, advancing a national automated vehicle strategy, and investing in tech to reduce preventable crashes. “Safety isn't just a priority at the Federal Highway Administration, it is the foundation of everything we do," said Federal Highway Administrator Sean McMaster. "Through this reinvigorated National Roadway Safety Strategy, we are engineering safety into the bedrock of America's roads and targeting action where danger is greatest. Every American deserves to reach their destination safely, and this Administration is using every tool at our disposal to make that a reality." "When drivers ignore the rules, operate without proper qualifications, or get behind the wheel impaired, they put all of our lives at risk. Our mission is to strengthen safety, demand accountability, and deliver results that make a real difference,” said Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator Derek D. Barrs. “Working alongside law enforcement and industry partners, I am committed to making bold progress that keeps Americans safer on our roads and our nation moving forward." "NHTSA is driving towards its goal of eliminating fatalities on America's roads,” said National Highway Traffic Safety Administrator Jonathan Morrison. “Through the National Roadway Safety Strategy and its Safe System Approach, we are focused on creating safer people, roads, and vehicles. NHTSA's Pathways to Safer Streets—which leverage tech innovation, law enforcement partnerships, and life-saving prehospital blood transfusions—draws from these strategies and is preventing crashes and saving lives today. Together with the U.S. Department of Transportation, we are committed to delivering a safer future for every traveler.” “Achieving President Trump’s vision for a “Golden Age of Rail” isn’t just about speed or efficiency, but safety too,” said Federal Railroad Administrator David Fink. “Highway-rail grade crossings and rail rights of way are where most rail-related casualties occur, and FRA is fully committed to supporting safety improvements through our grant programs to prevent injuries, save lives, and keep Americans safe.” "Achieving the 'Golden Age of Transportation' requires making sure the 2.3 million hazmat shipments in transit every day are moving safely,” said Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administrator Paul Roberti. “PHMSA is advancing the National Roadway Safety Strategy by working with our State, local, and Tribal partners to prevent incidents and protect American families." “Americans deserve safe, reliable, and modern public transit,” said Federal Transit Administration’s Acting Deputy Administrator Matthew Cahill. “The Department is driving innovation forward to upgrade safety systems for operators, elevate the rider experience, and expand accessibility across our nation's transit networks.” Additional Information: The Strategy aligns with the Department’s recently released Strategic Plan for building a safer, stronger, and more efficient transportation system. The full National Roadway Safety Strategy is available here. ###