DOT 160-08
Friday, October 31, 2008
Contact: Brian Turmail
Tel.: (202) 366-4570


News Digest

The Department of Transportation announces substantial revisions to regulatory information website. The improvements will make it easier for the public to participate in the rulemaking process. Some of the improvements to the website, regs.dot.gov, include: Reports on DOT Significant Rulemakings, Reports on the effects of DOT Rulemakings, List of DOT Regulatory Contacts and information for small entities affected by DOT rules. Contact LaTanya Anderson at regulatoryinfo@dot.gov for questions or comments on this website.

Federal Highway Administration Supports Innovative State Transportation Projects. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced the new Office of Innovative Program Delivery, which will provide states with stronger and more effective federal support to deliver transportation projects. The office will work with state departments of transportation to help them explore opportunities with innovative financing and congestion pricing and tap into the $400 billion in private funds available world wide for investment in transportation infrastructure. Existing FHWA activities such as public private partnerships, innovative financing, experimental projects, and tolling authorities will be merged into the new office, which will improve access and communication for the states. The Office of Innovative Program Delivery will provide national leadership and advice for states pursuing innovative and non-traditional transportation projects. Contact: Nancy Singer 202-366-0660.