The Northeast Association of State Transportation Officials (NASTO) conference brings together representatives from the state transportation departments of the Northeastern United States and the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec. The NASTO conference serves as a cornerstone for fostering interagency collaboration and advancing transportation priorities in areas such as infrastructure development, sustainability, technology integration, and […]

The nighttime fatality rate on the Nation’s roadways is three times higher than the daytime rate. Signs and pavement markings visible to motorists are essential in keeping motorists on the road. Adequately maintaining the nighttime visibility of these traffic control devices can be a challenge for road owners. Come hear how the Texas Department of […]

Many cities are working to develop high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable transport systems centered on bus rapid transit http://brtstandard.org/ (BRT) and active mobility. Advocates must overcome many challenges in the planning phases of these systems, however, including gathering initial analyses of emissions, costs, and economic impacts. Proper planning requires a kind of “scoping” to build momentum […]

Public transportation is evolving beyond buses and trains. In this session, Paul Comfort explores how agencies and communities can connect transit, intercity rail, shared mobility, microtransit, active transportation, and more into one seamless rider experience. We’ll dive into how inter-agency cooperation, integrated fare systems, and emerging technologies are driving a new era of mobility—one that’s […]

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Bridge Section has steadily integrated drone technology into its bridge inspection program to address the challenges of working in remote locations, rugged terrain, and harsh conditions. What began as a tool for supplemental documentation has grown into a critical asset for both routine and special inspections. […]

Join NJTPA’s virtual public meeting to learn more and provide comments on Connecting Communities, the draft Long Range Transportation Plan; draft FY 2026-2028 Transportation Improvement Program; draft FY 2026-2035 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, and raft Air Quality Conformity Determination. This is a drop-in event – you're welcome to log in at any time during the […]

This summer, the FHWA Every Day Counts (EDC)-7 Strategic Workforce Development (SWD) team invites you to the Careers in Gear Summer Series, highlighting innovative workforce initiatives and success stories from across the country. Supporting and advancing workforce development is what the EDC-7 SWD program does all year long and the EDC-7 Team is excited to […]

Freight transportation is a vital component of the global economy—but also a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, local air pollution, and infrastructure impacts. As freight managers, planners, and policymakers confront these challenges, new partnerships and technologies are reshaping the future of sustainable freight. Join us for a dynamic conversation from practitioners, academics and non-profit […]

This summer, the FHWA Every Day Counts (EDC)-7 Strategic Workforce Development (SWD) team invites you to the Careers in Gear Summer Series, highlighting innovative workforce initiatives and success stories from across the country. Supporting and advancing workforce development is what the EDC-7 SWD program does all year long and the EDC-7 Team is excited to […]