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.

Maine’s cities, islands, and towns depend on public transportation to stay connected

From planes and trains to automobiles – and ferries and busses too – Maine’s public transit has it all. Portland’s robust, innovative public transportation system is made possible by local and federal funding – like new funding that will expand access to rural areas in 2024.  

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Oklahoma’s military and Native American communities are looking to the future with public transit

Two Oklahoma communities are gearing up for major transformation thanks to investments in public transit, including a city-tribal partnership with the Chickasaw Nation that is expected to have a billion-dollar impact on the Oklahoma City.  

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Everything is bigger in Texas – and capital investments in public transportation help Texas cities grow

Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States and Trinity Metro is helping the city continue this growth. Trinity Metro’s innovative use of capital investment grants helps Fort Worth serve and expand its rapidly growing population.

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Capital Investment Grants power public transit’s expansion in Washington

Thanks to federally funded Capital Investment Grants, SoundTransit is expanding to better serve the Seattle region – and generate economic growth for the entire community by providing affordable housing near transit lines and supporting jobs across several industries.

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St. Cloud’s bus manufacturing facility creates jobs, supports the community

In St. Cloud, Minnesota, public transportation doesn’t just serve the people who ride it. The New Flyer bus factory, located in the heart of St. Cloud, fuels businesses, individuals, and families across the United States.

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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.

Protecting Public Transportation Investment: Messaging Guide

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.

APTA 2023 Advocacy Fly-In Social Media Toolkit

Here are APTA’s key messages that highlight the broader impact and benefits of public transportation for communities across America.

THUD Appropriations Talking Points: Public Transit

APTA urges Congress to harness the potential of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law by fully funding passenger rail in the FY 2024 THUD Appropriations bill.

THUD Appropriations Talking Points: Passenger Rail

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.

CIG Project Pipeline Dashboard

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.

APTA Legislative Updates & Alerts

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.

APTA Industry Footprint

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.

Public Transportation Fact Book

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.

Public Transit Infographic

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:

Rail Vehicle Infographic

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:

Bus Infographic

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.

Economic Impact Report

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