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United States Department of Transportation

United States Department of Transportation. Daniel Gonzalez.

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United States Department of Transportation

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  1. United States Department of Transportation Daniel Gonzalez

  2. Mission is to "Serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future."

  3. Mary PetersUnited States Secretary of Transportation

  4. October 15, 1966- Established by congress April 1, 1967- Operations began $58 Billion Created Annual Budget

  5. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) • Regulates U.S. commercial space transportation • Encourages and develops civil aeronautics, including new aviation technology • Regulates civil aviation to promote safety

  6. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) • To oversee federal funds used for constructing and maintaining the National Highway System. • Provides highway design and construction services for various federal land-management agencies.

  7. Federal Transit Administration (FTA) • Financial and technical assistance to local public transit systems. • Provides financial assistance to develop new transit systems and improve, maintain, and operate existing systems.

  8. United States Maritime Administration (MARAD) • Maintains the National Defense Reserve Fleet (NDRF). • Has a ready source of ships for national emergencies. • Supports the military when needed.

  9. Surface Transportation and Uniform Relocation Assistance Act of 1987 • April 2, 1987 • Also known as Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1987 • Gave power to distribute money to the Secretary of Transportation. • Allowed states to raise the speed limit to 65 mph on rural Interstate highways.

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