TCRP Web-Only Document 46: Rural Transit Achievements: Assessing the Outcomes of Increased Funding for Rural Passenger Services under SAFETEA-LU

摘要

SAFETEA-LU, since its authorization in August 2005, has provided a significant level of new funding for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funded programs serving rural areas, including: Funding levels were increased for Section 5311 and Section 5310 (the Section 5310 program serves both urban and rural areas), The Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC) program was formularized and its funding level increased, and Three new formula programs were created and funded (New Freedom, Indian Tribal Transportation, and Transit in the Parks).