Federal Grant Award Summary

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania $22.59 million under the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities program (CFDA 20.513) on July 2, 2026, for capital acquisition of accessible vehicles to support paratransit services. Pennsylvania Department of Transportation administers the award on behalf of 43 subrecipients—20 public bodies and 23 private nonprofit agencies—serving seniors and individuals with disabilities across rural, small urban, and urban areas throughout the state. The funding supports the purchase of 129 accessible replacement buses under 30 feet in length and 40 accessible replacement vans, which all 43 subrecipients will deploy to provide demand-response paratransit services.

This capital investment addresses critical transportation mobility needs by removing barriers to service access and expanding transportation options for vulnerable populations. The funded vehicles replace equipment that has reached the end of its useful life, enabling subrecipients to maintain a state of good repair and ensure safe, reliable, and accessible operations across Pennsylvania's paratransit network. The award period extends through September 30, 2028.