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Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program (RURAL)

Open Date:

6/26/2023

Close Date:

8/21/2023

Upcoming Milestones:

Eligible Recipients:

  • Local Governments
  • Native/Tribal Entities
  • State Governments

Program Purpose:

  • Economic Development
  • Health and Safety
  • Transportation Infrastructure

Reserved for Energy
Communities?

No

Bureau/Office

Office of the Under Secretary for Policy

Funded by:

U.S. Department of Transportation

Overview

The Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program (RURAL) was created in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will support projects to improve and expand the surface transportation infrastructure in rural areas to increase connectivity, improve the safety and reliability of the movement of people and freight, and generate regional economic growth and improve quality of life. Eligible projects for Rural grants include highway, bridge, and tunnel projects that help improve freight, safety, and provide or increase access to an agricultural, commercial, energy, or transportation facilities that support the economy of a rural area. This year alone, DOT will award up to $675 million in grants through the rural program—part of the $2 billion included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law over five years. At least 90% of rural funding must be awarded in amounts of $25 million or more. If you are seeking less than $25 million, you are competing for only about $67.5 million nationwide.

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Funding Details

Funding Source:
Funding Type:
Grant - no match
Total Amount Available:
$675,000,000
Limit per Applicant:
Estimated Awards:

Applicant Guidance

Contact Information

Paul Baumer

Grantor

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