Tribal Transit Mobility 2027-2029 is sponsored by Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Offers funding for transit projects serving tribal communities, including service expansions and facility improvements.

Tribal Transit Mobility | WSDOT Public transportation grants Public transportation grant programs and awards The purpose of the Tribal Transit Mobility Grant program is to provide for the transportation needs of tribal communities. This grant is supported by state funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA) (100 percent).

The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www. climate.

wa. gov. The Legislature created this program as part of the Move Ahead Washington transportation funding package. Tribal Transit Mobility Grant funding is identified under the spending summary at up to $10 million per biennium for the next 16 years.

Notice of funding opportunity The 2027-2029 Tribal Transit Mobility grant program notice of funding opportunity (PDF 630KB) is now available. The application will open July 23, 2026. Frequently asked questions Tribal Transit Mobility Grant frequently asked questions (PDF 442KB) .

The Legislature made approximately $9 million available for this program during the 2025-2027 biennium. The Legislature will decide funding levels for the 2025-2027 biennium during the 2027 legislative session. Eligible applicants include the 29 federally recognized tribes in Washington state and federally recognized tribes in neighboring states (Idaho and Oregon) that provide transit service to and from Washington.

Grants for federally recognized tribes may be for transit-related purposes. New applicants may only propose two-year projects. Applicants that have already received WSDOT grant funding may propose two- or four-year projects.

Examples of eligible project types include: Projects that purchase assets such as vehicles, equipment, technology, and bus shelters. Projects such as feasibility studies, coordination, or other planning activities that address the needs of applicants and the communities they serve.

Examples may include but are not limited to transit feasibility studies, service planning, capital asset assessment, and zero-emission fleet transition planning. Projects directly related to system operation and maintenance such as operating assistance for public transportation services, operating assistance for paratransit/special needs transportation services, and feeder-bus service for the intercity network.

Building and vehicle maintenance costs are eligible operating expenses. This may also include training related to new transportation technologies and other transportation-related opportunities. Projects focused on information services that help providers and passengers coordinate and understand available options.

Mobility management also includes short-range planning, management activities, or activities for improving coordination among public transportation providers and other transportation services. Construction project requests up to $2. 5 million per application, such as bus stop upgrades, a new facility roof, or a small park and ride.

Large construction projects and ferry vessel purchases are not eligible. No match is required for the Tribal Transit Mobility Grant Program. WSDOT grants analysts will review submitted applications for completeness and eligibility before the applications are forwarded for evaluation.

WSDOT will convene a panel of subject-matter experts to evaluate and rank each application based on the extent that the proposed project: Establishes, preserves, or improves public transportation services. Addresses a recognized need within a community and reflects a community-led process of coordination and input. Defines specific performance measures the applicant will use to determine the project’s success.

Connects to other transportation systems and/or modes. Appears to be feasible as described. Describes sufficient applicant experience managing transportation projects and grant awards.

Describes sufficient financial capability and resources by the applicant to implement and carry out the project either within two (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2027) or four (July 1, 2027- June 30, 2029) years, depending on the length and scope of the proposed project. Contributes to the state’s effort to maintain the number of public transportation vehicles within their minimum useful life.

June 16, 2026: WSDOT posts notice of funding opportunity. July 23, 2026: Grant applications available in the Grants Management System (GMS). July 24- Sept.

16, 2026: WSDOT staff available for questions and technical assistance. 3 p. m.

Sept. 17, 2026: Grant applications due in GMS. Sept.

18 - Oct. 16, 2026: WSDOT reviews applications for completeness and eligibility, and evaluators rank the projects. Dec.

1, 2026: WSDOT sends recommended project list to the Legislature. June 2027: WSDOT sends award letters to grantees after the governor signs the transportation budget. July 1, 2027: 2027-2029 biennium begins.

June 30, 2029: 2027-2029 biennium ends. The table below shows 16 Tribal Transit Mobility projects funded for nearly $8. 6 million and awarded for the 2025-2027 biennium.

Continuing four-year Tribal Transit Mobility awards applied for through the Consolidated Grant program in the 2023-2025 biennium are listed on the Consolidated Grant program webpage .

Organization County/counties Project title Award Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Colville Reservation Ferry, Okanogan, Stevens Sustain Transportation for tribal elders and the general public $721,459 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Colville Reservation Ferry, Okanogan, Stevens Updates to transit maintenance and storage facilities $400,000 Confederated Tribes of the Yakama Nation Yakima Sustain the Pahto fixed-route system $286,441 Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Walla Walla Whistler expansion operations and maintenance* $449,618 Cowlitz Indian Tribe Clark, Cowlitz, Lewis Cowlitz Tribal Transit Service operations assistance $450,000 Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe Clallam, Jefferson Replacement of two light-duty vans for Jamestown Healing Clinic $304,150 Lummi Indian Business Council Whatcom Expansion of operations to include weekend service $214,310 Lummi Indian Business Council Whatcom Development of Lummi Nation transit facility $930,150 Makah Tribal Council Clallam Construction of four bus stop shelters and upgrade others for ADA accessibility $100,000 Samish Nation Skagit Youth and elder transportation program $154,977 Samish Nation Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom Driver funding for elder's transportation project $342,330 Samish Nation Skagit Purchase one ADA 14-passenger van to expand service for youth, elders, and veterans demand-response service $188,581 Snoqualmie Indian Tribe King, Snohomish Support for travel instruction, marketing, education, and training needs $333,000 Spokane Tribe of Indians Stevens Sustain The Moccasin Express operations $2,444,000 Squaxin Island Tribe Mason Sustain Tribal program, helping community members, elders, and people with disabilities by providing reliable transportation $676,892 Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom Swinomish elder and tribal mobility program $305,264 Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Skagit Purchase two mini vans, one cargo van, and one ADA-accessible lift-equipped 14-passenger van $288,000 * Indicates a four-year continuing project that began in the 2023-2025 biennium.

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