Transportation Secretary Announces $1.8 Billion in Infrastructure Grants Across US

The grants include millions for roadway improvements.

Secretary of the Department of Transportation Pete Buttigieg testifies before the Senate Committee on Appropriations in Washington on May 2, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced $1.8 billion in nationwide infrastructure grants on June 26.

The grants will be awarded to improve road safety as well as put toward “revitalizing communities and creating economic opportunity” in certain regions, according to a statement.