Save the Date: Transit Tuesdays at the State Capitol
The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) is teaming up with transit providers, stakeholders, Citizens for Modern Transit, and other interested citizens from… Read the rest
MO Gov. Proposes $5M Transit Cut That Would Slash State Funding by 85% Since Taking Office
Op-Ed: St. Louis Business Journal, January 28, 2026
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe’s fiscal 27 budget recommendations include a catastrophic loss for Missouri transit.… Read the rest
House Budget Committee Hearing Set on MoDOT’s Budget: Weigh in on Proposed Transit Funding Cuts
A Missouri House Budget Committee hearing on HB4, MoDOT’s budget, is set for 12 noon on Monday, February 2 in House Hearing Room 3. It is critical transit riders, supporters,… Read the rest
House Passes FY26 THUD Bill
The House passed the FY2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) funding bill as part of a four-bill minibus by a vote of 341 to 88 on January 22, sending… Read the rest
America’s Aging Population is Poised to Reshape Transportation Sector
A recent Streetsblog USA article highlights an emerging challenge facing the U.S. transportation sector: a rapidly aging population. At COP30 in Brazil this… Read the rest
Governor Outlines Budget Requests in State of State Address; Proposes Catastrophic Cut to Transit Funding
During his State of the State address on January 13, Governor Kehoe outlined his budget requests and priorities. His FY27 budget recommendations include a catastrophic… Read the rest
Upcoming FTA Drug & Alcohol Virtual Training for 5311 Providers
The FTA Drug and Alcohol Project Office is pleased to offer online training sessions in the coming months. These sessions will outline reporting requirements… Read the rest
KCATA Hiring for Senior Buyer Position
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is currently searching for a qualified individual to fill the role of Senior Buyer. This is a full-time position… Read the rest
LTE: Missouri Transit Must Not Be Shortchanged
Letter to the Editor, St. Louis Post Dispatch, January 11, 2026
Public transit is vital to Missouri, whether you ride it or not. It ensures residents can get where they need… Read the rest
MPTA Celebrates 45 Years in 2026
In 2026, the Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) is proud to celebrate 45 years of advocacy, collaboration, and leadership since its founding in 1981.… Read the rest
MO Master Plan on Aging Calls for Increased State Funding for Public Transit
The recent release of the Missouri Master Plan on Aging underscores the importance of safe, reliable and accessible transportation for all. The plan calls for increased… Read the rest