On August 2, the United States Senate confirmed Marc Molinaro as the 16th administrator of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
Molinaro is a lifelong New Yorker and has been dedicated to public service for much of his life. At the age of 19 he was elected as the Mayor of Tivoli, NY, then becoming the youngest mayor in the U.S. In 2022, Molinaro was elected to represent New York’s 19th district in the United States House of Representatives. During his time in Congress, he served as a member of the House Committee on Agriculture, the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the House Committee on Small Business.
FTA released a statement on Marc Molinaro’s appointment, crediting him with the ability to develop creative solutions for complex problems. Tariq Bokhari, who has served as Acting Administrator since April 2025, will transition to the role of Deputy Administrator.