Hearing Set for Guns on Transit Bill – Weigh in Today
The hearing referenced in the below blog has been postponed as of Friday, February 13. While the hearing has been postponed, please consider still talking to your legislators… Read the rest
Federal Consolidated Appropriations Act Signed into Law including Transit Funding
The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026, which included the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD), and Related Agencies Appropriations Act,… Read the rest
KCATA Seeks Executive Search Firm For CEO Role
Proposals from well-qualified, successful executive search firms are sought by the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority to fill the vacancy of Chief Executive… Read the rest
MoDOT Hosts Public Meeting on Intercity Bus Study
On February 9, MoDOT and WSP held a public meeting to provide information on and receive feedback from participants on the Intercity Bus Study which is currently ongoing… Read the rest
Adminstration proposes Plan to restrict federal funding for some free fare systems
The US Transportation Department is hoping its proposal to restrict federal funding for certain sized transit agencies offering free fare will be included in the surface… Read the rest
KC Streetcar Begins Public Outreach on 18th & Vine Extension Feasibility Study
KC Streetcar, in partnership with the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and the City of Kansas City, is conducting a feasibility study to extend the streetcar… Read the rest
KCATA Announces Restoration of Bus Fares
After much discussion and consideration, the KCATA Board of Commissioners voted to restore bus fares. By June 2026, it will cost $2 to ride the bus. Discounted and free… 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
Senate Passes FY26 THUD Bill
UPDATE as of 2/2/26:
On January 30, the Senate passed the fiscal year 2026 Transportation-Housing and Urban Development or THUD funding bill as part of a modified “minibus”… Read the rest