Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood will announce Recovery Act awards to states, tribal governments, cities, counties and transit agencies across the country to fund 51 innovative transportation projects.
Projects receiving the TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) Discretionary Grant Program were selected based on their contribution to economic competitiveness of the nation, improving safety and the condition of the existing transportation system, increasing quality of life, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and demonstrating strong collaboration among a broad range of participants, including the private sector.
The U.S. Department of Transportation received more than 1,400 applications requesting funding for almost $60 billion worth of projects – 40 times the amount available through the program.
A complete list of recipients can be viewed HERE.