Federal Grant Award Summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) received a $1.59 million Formula Grant from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to support capital infrastructure improvements for the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR). Awarded on April 29, 2026, with a completion date of September 30, 2029, this funding will enable the MTA to replace its existing non-revenue service vehicle fleet with electric alternatives and install associated charging infrastructure. Non-revenue vehicles—those used for internal operations rather than passenger service—will be converted from conventional fuel sources to zero-emission electric units, enhancing operational efficiency and environmental performance across LIRR engineering department operations.

The project directly supports the FTA's mandate to maintain transit assets in a state of good repair while advancing sustainability objectives. By modernizing its vehicle fleet through electrification, the MTA will reduce operating costs and emissions associated with LIRR maintenance and support functions. No subrecipients are involved in this award, with the MTA maintaining direct implementation responsibility for all project activities related to vehicle procurement and charging infrastructure deployment across its New York-based operations.