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FTA Research Programs

FTA Research Programs. Ronald Hynes Acting Associate Administrator for Research, Demonstration, and Innovation April 17, 2007. FY07 FTA Research Appropriations. National Research & Technology Program $40.4M $22.9M earmarked Transit Cooperative Research Program $9.3M

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FTA Research Programs

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  1. FTA Research Programs Ronald Hynes Acting Associate Administrator for Research, Demonstration, and Innovation April 17, 2007

  2. FY07 FTA Research Appropriations • National Research & Technology Program $40.4M • $22.9M earmarked • Transit Cooperative Research Program $9.3M • National Transit Institute $4.3M • University Transportation Centers $7.0M • Bus Testing $3.0M • Fuel Cell Bus Technology Development $11.5M TOTAL $75.5M • Other funds expected (ITS, etc.) ~ $10.0M

  3. FTA Research Program Management FTA Achieved PART score of 95 – “effective” Strategic Planning Project Development Reporting Results

  4. 1. Provide Transit Research Leadership

  5. 2. Increase Ridership

  6. 3. Improve Capital & Operating Efficiencies

  7. 4. Improve Safety & Emergency Preparedness

  8. 5. Protect the Environment & Promote Energy Independence

  9. Research Gaps

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