Trump Making $2 Billion Investment
A Major Investment in Jobs, Safety, and Modern Infrastructure
The Department of Transportation confirmed Thursday that the Trump administration is launching a major $2 billion investment to modernize America’s bus fleets. The funding will be spread across 165 projects in 45 states and Washington, D.C., delivering one of the most significant transit upgrades in years.
The money comes through the Federal Transit Administration’s Bus and Bus Facilities Program and the Low or No Emission Grant Program. According to the agency, this investment will upgrade outdated buses, reduce congestion, improve safety, and make travel more affordable for millions of Americans.
The department also emphasized that this initiative will create thousands of good-paying jobs in communities of every size—urban, suburban, and rural.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy praised the president’s leadership, noting how the administration continues rebuilding the nation’s transportation backbone.
“This is another example of how America is building again under President Trump,” Duffy said. “Buses take Americans to church, school, work, and doctor’s appointments. These grants will make transit safer, more efficient, and more reliable for families nationwide.”
Federal Transit Administration Administrator Marc Molinaro said the upgrades will boost safety, strengthen community connections, and improve overall quality of life.
Top Grant Recipients Across the Country
Nassau County, New York — $42 Million
Nassau County will receive funding to purchase new compressed natural gas buses and upgrade a key operations and maintenance hub.
County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican, thanked President Trump directly:
“This investment helps us operate safer, run more efficiently, and support local construction jobs.”
Chicago Transit Authority — $121 Million
The largest award in the Low or No Emission Program will allow Chicago to replace aging buses with new hybrid vehicles—delivering cleaner, more reliable service.
Harris County (Houston), Texas — $100.7 Million
Houston will build a new CNG fueling station, modernize a major maintenance center, and replace older diesel buses. This is expected to reduce long-term costs and enhance service reliability.
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority — $78+ Million
The MBTA will replace outdated buses with modern hybrid models, improving safety and service for commuters across the Boston area.
Texas Department of Transportation — $36 Million
Texas will use the funds to support 27 rural transit agencies, helping build a central operations center and replace outdated vehicles—critical for seniors, workers, and veterans in rural communities.
Utah Transit Authority — Nearly $42 Million
Utah will purchase new diesel and CNG buses to replace older models and increase reliability across its growing region.
Why This Matters for American Families
This major transportation investment highlights several key priorities of the Trump administration:
- Strengthening American infrastructure
- Creating high-quality jobs for American workers
- Improving safety and mobility for seniors and families
- Supporting rural communities often overlooked by past administrations
- Modernizing transit with cleaner, more efficient buses
For millions of Americans—especially older adults who depend on reliable transportation—these upgrades will improve everyday life.
