

$27 Million in Technical Assistance and Planning for Rural and Tribal Communities - Department of Transportation
The DOT’s Build America Bureau offers $27 million in technical assistance grants to rural and tribal communities for the planning and design phase development of transportation projects. There is no local funding match required to participate in this program. The Bureau designated up to $10 million for Tribal applicants.

Charging Forward: A Toolkit for Planning and Funding Rural Electric Mobility Infrastructure
This toolkit is intended for a variety of rural entities, including local communities, Tribal governments, and individuals. The majority of information in this toolkit is most relevant to rural entities seeking to install charging stations for broader public or private use.

Tribal Transit Section of the Transit Manager’s Toolkit
The Tribal section of the Transit Manager’s Toolkit includes information and guidance to ensure that Tribal transit managers are aware of available resources to successfully provide rides for Tribal citizens.

Up to $25 Million Forecasted for Transportation Safety Funds for Tribes in 2026
The DOT sets aside funds to address transportation safety issues identified by federally recognized tribes through a competitive, discretionary program. Projects are chosen whose outcomes will reduce fatal and serious injuries in transportation related incidents, such as motor vehicle crashes.

Funding to Address Significant Challenges for Transportation Facilities
The NSFLTP provides funding for the construction, reconstruction, and rehabilitation of nationally significant projects with a minimum expected cost of $12 million within, adjacent to, or accessing Federal and Tribal lands.