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Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program (RURAL) is sponsored by Office of the Under Secretary for Policy, U.S. Department of Transportation. The RURAL program supports projects to improve and expand surface transportation infrastructure in rural areas to increase connectivity, improve the safety and reliability of the movement of people and freight, and generate regional economic growth and improve quality of life.
Eligible projects include highway, bridge, and tunnel projects that help improve freight, safety, and provide or increase access to agricultural, commercial, energy, or transportation facilities that support the economy of a rural area.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include States, regional transportation planning organizations, units of local government, tribal governments or consortia of tribal governments, or multijurisdictional groups of these entities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $675 million annually; part of $2 billion over five years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program (RURAL) is funded by Office of the Under Secretary for Policy, U.S. Department of Transportation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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