February 18, 2026

MoDOT Announces Transit Funding Applications Now Open

The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced that two application cycles for transit funding assistance are now open.

• The FY 2027 State Transit Assistance

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February 13, 2026

Hearing Set for Guns on Transit Bill – Weigh in Today

 

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The Missouri Senate Committee on Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety will hear testimony on SB 1078, sponsored by Senator Schnelting, which includes… Read the rest

February 12, 2026

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

February 10, 2026

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

February 9, 2026

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

February 6, 2026

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

February 5, 2026

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

February 5, 2026

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

February 3, 2026

Unified Opposition Builds Against Proposed Transit Funding Cuts

Gov. Kehoe is proposing an additional $5 million cut to public transit in his FY27 budget recommendations. If adopted, state transit funding will have been reduced by

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January 30, 2026

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