The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is an agency within the United States Department of Transportation that supports public transportation systems across the nation through funding, technical assistance, safety oversight, research, and innovation. FTA works with transit providers to improve the safety, accessibility, and reliability of public transportation while promoting efficient mobility for communities of all sizes.
Although school transportation systems are generally separate from public transit agencies, the FTA provides valuable resources on transportation safety, fleet management, accessibility, infrastructure planning, and emerging transportation technologies. Transportation professionals can also benefit from FTA research and best practices related to vehicle safety, transit operations, and transportation planning.