Local technical assistance program

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $229,921.68 to the Arkansas Department of Transportation on August 26, 2025, under the Highway Training and Education program (CFDA 20.215) to support the Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) with completion targeted for December 31, 2025. This project grant funds technology transfer and technical assistance services designed to enhance the capacity of local transportation agencies and officials in Arkansas through workforce development, professional development programming, and knowledge dissemination related to highway infrastructure and transportation best practices.

Under this award, the Arkansas Department of Transportation will develop and deliver training curricula, technical assistance resources, and professional development programming to local agencies and transportation professionals throughout the state. The LTAP component of CFDA 20.215 emphasizes building staff capability and delivering effective training programs that support local transportation agencies in implementing safe, efficient, and well-maintained transportation infrastructure. This award represents Arkansas's continued participation in the national LTAP network, which operates through cooperative agreements with state transportation departments to provide accessible technical assistance and educational resources to the local transportation workforce.

Project description

Technology transfer