This grant will support increased ridership enhanced travel times and reduced emissions

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority $4.875 million under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) on March 26, 2026.

The funds support continued operation of the R-Line fixed-route service, including maintenance of timely and safe service delivery and dissemination of information regarding schedules, service changes, and accessible transportation modes to Rhode Island residents. The award supports increased ridership, enhanced travel times, and reduced emissions across the service area.

The period of performance runs through November 30, 2027, with all work performed in Rhode Island. The Federal Transit Administration obligated the full $4.875 million as a formula grant. No sub-recipients are involved in this award.

Activities

These funds will support the existing r-line service and will support the continued sharing of information regarding schedules changes in service and other accessible modes of transportation to aid in their travels.

Expected outcomes

Continued timely and safe service on funded r-line service as well as spread of information regarding schedules and commuter resources for RI residents.

Intended beneficiaries

The residents of RI will benefit from the frequent service provided by the r-line and the information shared to keep them informed of any changes to service.