Public transportation works for everyone by helping businesses and communities flourish, creating sustainable jobs, and supporting American families. Protecting public transportation funding keeps America on track for success, so that everyone can thrive.
Read the Stories: Public Transportation Supports Local Communities
The economic impact of public transportation is felt by everyone – from employees and businesses to families and communities. Read the stories below to hear from real voices about the impact public transportation is making in their community.
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Get the Facts: Public Transportation’s Impact in Your Community
The resources below show how protecting investments in public transportation fuels economic growth for your state and district.
Here are APTA’s key messages that highlight the broader impact and benefits of public transportation for communities across America.
Here are sample social media posts you can leverage to help amplify APTA’s message and highlight the impact of public transportation in your community.
Here are APTA’s key messages that highlight the broader impact and benefits of public transportation for communities across America.
APTA urges Congress to harness the potential of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law by fully funding passenger rail in the FY 2024 THUD Appropriations bill.
From commuter rails and streetcars to ferries and buses, Capital Investment Grants (CIG) provide our public transit systems with the critical infrastructure upgrades needed to help our communities grow. Check out our CIG pipeline dashboard to track the progress of CIG projects in your community.
The most current information on what’s happening in Congress and the Administration and your call to action to help advance APTA’s legislation agenda.
Public transportation is a $80 billion industry that employs more than 450,000 people and supports millions of private sector jobs.
Enter your state or district in the search bar at the top of the page to see how public transportation benefits your area.
Our Annual Fact Book has national and local data from all aspects of the U.S. transit industry. From transit facts and infrastructure investments to jobs and operating expenses, learn how public transit works for your community.
See a snapshot of how public transit works for America by the numbers – from creating jobs and generating economic activity to advancing American technology and innovation.
Manufacturers across America are building the vehicles and equipment needed for public transportation – creating jobs and growing local economies. The Rail Vehicle Infographic illustrates where rail components are manufactured. See what your state is producing:
Manufacturers across America are building the vehicles and equipment needed for public transportation – creating jobs and growing local economies. The Bus Infographic illustrates where bus components are manufactured. See what your state is producing:
Every $1 invested in public transportation generates approximately $5 in economic returns.
See how public transportation funding contributes to the economy, beyond connecting commuters to their jobs.
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