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APTA leads public transportation in a new mobility era, advocating to connect and build thriving communities.
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"An 11-year-old’s daily bus ride led to an unlikely friendship that would steer his life — and career — in a direction he never expected." www.wusa9.com/article/life... #TransitCareers @wmata.com @apta-info.bsky.social
How a daily bus ride sparked a lifelong connection — and a Metro career
An 11-year-old’s daily bus ride led to an unlikely friendship that would steer his life — and career — in a direction he never expected.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:31 AM
"An 11-year-old’s daily bus ride led to an unlikely friendship that would steer his life — and career — in a direction he never expected." www.wusa9.com/article/life... #TransitCareers @wmata.com @apta-info.bsky.social
Today, APTA is celebrating National #TransitCareer Day, joining over 100 U.S. transit organizations to highlight diverse career paths across the industry.
Events today include job fairs, recruitment events, & community outreach highlighting available #TransitCareers.
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Events today include job fairs, recruitment events, & community outreach highlighting available #TransitCareers.
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APTA Celebrates National Transit Career Day - American Public Transportation Association
Washington, D.C. (November 13, 2025) – The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) will celebrate National Transit Career Day on Thursday, November 13, 2025, joining public transit agencies ...
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November 13, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Today, APTA is celebrating National #TransitCareer Day, joining over 100 U.S. transit organizations to highlight diverse career paths across the industry.
Events today include job fairs, recruitment events, & community outreach highlighting available #TransitCareers.
www.apta.com/news-publica...
Events today include job fairs, recruitment events, & community outreach highlighting available #TransitCareers.
www.apta.com/news-publica...
Today we are celebrating National #TransitCareer Day! More than 437,000 Americans work for public transportation agencies and the industry supports millions of private sector jobs across the United States.
November 13, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Today we are celebrating National #TransitCareer Day! More than 437,000 Americans work for public transportation agencies and the industry supports millions of private sector jobs across the United States.
A transit career is a career spent helping people!
If you like helping your neighbors and people in your community, a #TransitCareer is a great match.
Hear how Ericka's transit agency keeps her customer service job interesting and provides many ways to learn new skills.
If you like helping your neighbors and people in your community, a #TransitCareer is a great match.
Hear how Ericka's transit agency keeps her customer service job interesting and provides many ways to learn new skills.
November 12, 2025 at 6:12 PM
A transit career is a career spent helping people!
If you like helping your neighbors and people in your community, a #TransitCareer is a great match.
Hear how Ericka's transit agency keeps her customer service job interesting and provides many ways to learn new skills.
If you like helping your neighbors and people in your community, a #TransitCareer is a great match.
Hear how Ericka's transit agency keeps her customer service job interesting and provides many ways to learn new skills.
Veterans, military service members, and their families deserve high-quality transportation choices. The Transit Cooperative Research Program has community tools to improve transportation options > bit.ly/TCRPveterans...
Happy Veterans Day! #TCRP @usdot.bsky.social @trb.org
Happy Veterans Day! #TCRP @usdot.bsky.social @trb.org
Community Tools to Improve Transportation Options for Veterans, Military Service Members, and Their Families
Read online, download a free PDF, or order a copy in print.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Veterans, military service members, and their families deserve high-quality transportation choices. The Transit Cooperative Research Program has community tools to improve transportation options > bit.ly/TCRPveterans...
Happy Veterans Day! #TCRP @usdot.bsky.social @trb.org
Happy Veterans Day! #TCRP @usdot.bsky.social @trb.org
Transit connects job creators with workers!
Your transit career could include helping others in your community find their own jobs with local employers. People need reliable, affordable transportation to get to work and public transit employees like Tenille Warren help make that possible. 🧵
Your transit career could include helping others in your community find their own jobs with local employers. People need reliable, affordable transportation to get to work and public transit employees like Tenille Warren help make that possible. 🧵
November 11, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Transit connects job creators with workers!
Your transit career could include helping others in your community find their own jobs with local employers. People need reliable, affordable transportation to get to work and public transit employees like Tenille Warren help make that possible. 🧵
Your transit career could include helping others in your community find their own jobs with local employers. People need reliable, affordable transportation to get to work and public transit employees like Tenille Warren help make that possible. 🧵
Today, on Veterans Day, we honor the men and women who have served in the US military, especially the many veterans now working in public transportation. We're also pleased to highlight some of the ways public transit is serving veterans in 2025. 🧵
November 11, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Today, on Veterans Day, we honor the men and women who have served in the US military, especially the many veterans now working in public transportation. We're also pleased to highlight some of the ways public transit is serving veterans in 2025. 🧵
Last week, @amtrak.com President Roger Harris joined federal, state, and local leaders to celebrate the start of construction at Ivy City Rail Yard in Washington, DC, underscoring the project’s role in reshaping rail travel across the East Coast.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Last week, @amtrak.com President Roger Harris joined federal, state, and local leaders to celebrate the start of construction at Ivy City Rail Yard in Washington, DC, underscoring the project’s role in reshaping rail travel across the East Coast.
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APTA thanks the Singapore Land Transport Authority, Singapore Public Transportation Operators SMRT and SBST for hosting a delegation of 25 APTA members from the public and private sector...
November 9, 2025 at 5:57 PM
APTA thanks the Singapore Land Transport Authority, Singapore Public Transportation Operators SMRT and SBST for hosting a delegation of 25 APTA members from the public and private sector...
This week, voters fast-tracked $11.8 Billion for public transportation.
And in all elections in 2025, Americans approved pro-public transit measures 16 out of 19 times at the ballot > www.apta.com/news-publica... #PublicTransitImpact
And in all elections in 2025, Americans approved pro-public transit measures 16 out of 19 times at the ballot > www.apta.com/news-publica... #PublicTransitImpact
November 7, 2025 at 7:32 PM
This week, voters fast-tracked $11.8 Billion for public transportation.
And in all elections in 2025, Americans approved pro-public transit measures 16 out of 19 times at the ballot > www.apta.com/news-publica... #PublicTransitImpact
And in all elections in 2025, Americans approved pro-public transit measures 16 out of 19 times at the ballot > www.apta.com/news-publica... #PublicTransitImpact
.@miamidadecounty.bsky.social is investing in the future of transit—and the region’s economy. Metro Express, the first SMART corridor, is now up and running. At 20 miles, it’s the longest BRT line of its kind in the U.S., connecting Florida City to Dadeland South. 🧵
November 6, 2025 at 6:13 PM
.@miamidadecounty.bsky.social is investing in the future of transit—and the region’s economy. Metro Express, the first SMART corridor, is now up and running. At 20 miles, it’s the longest BRT line of its kind in the U.S., connecting Florida City to Dadeland South. 🧵
Join us at 1:00 pm ET for a member webinar: "2025 Transit Ballot Measure Recap & Preparing for 2026."
You'll hear insights on the 16 transit funding measures on the November 4 ballot. Panelists include transit campaigners from Charlotte, Michigan, & more.
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You'll hear insights on the 16 transit funding measures on the November 4 ballot. Panelists include transit campaigners from Charlotte, Michigan, & more.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Join us at 1:00 pm ET for a member webinar: "2025 Transit Ballot Measure Recap & Preparing for 2026."
You'll hear insights on the 16 transit funding measures on the November 4 ballot. Panelists include transit campaigners from Charlotte, Michigan, & more.
🔗 learning.aptagateway.com/products/tra...
You'll hear insights on the 16 transit funding measures on the November 4 ballot. Panelists include transit campaigners from Charlotte, Michigan, & more.
🔗 learning.aptagateway.com/products/tra...
Valley Metro is highlighting significant progress in security across the Arizona system, including a drop in rail security incidents by more than 50% year over year.
Results:
81% of bus, streetcar & light rail riders feel very secure or secure (71% in 2022) www.valleymetro.org/news/2025/11...
Results:
81% of bus, streetcar & light rail riders feel very secure or secure (71% in 2022) www.valleymetro.org/news/2025/11...
November 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Valley Metro is highlighting significant progress in security across the Arizona system, including a drop in rail security incidents by more than 50% year over year.
Results:
81% of bus, streetcar & light rail riders feel very secure or secure (71% in 2022) www.valleymetro.org/news/2025/11...
Results:
81% of bus, streetcar & light rail riders feel very secure or secure (71% in 2022) www.valleymetro.org/news/2025/11...
Congratulations to the residents of Charlotte and surrounding @meckcounty.bsky.social! The community came together yesterday and voted to support a regional plan for faster commutes and less congestion.
A new 1% sales tax increase exempts food & medicine, and will raise $19 billion for... 🧵
A new 1% sales tax increase exempts food & medicine, and will raise $19 billion for... 🧵
November 5, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Congratulations to the residents of Charlotte and surrounding @meckcounty.bsky.social! The community came together yesterday and voted to support a regional plan for faster commutes and less congestion.
A new 1% sales tax increase exempts food & medicine, and will raise $19 billion for... 🧵
A new 1% sales tax increase exempts food & medicine, and will raise $19 billion for... 🧵
.@rtachicago.bsky.social statement on passage of SB 2111: "This bill provides the stable funding & governance reforms needed to protect transit service for millions who ride @chicagocta.bsky.social, Metra, & @pacesuburbanbus.bsky.social the thousands of frontline workers who keep our region moving.🧵
October 31, 2025 at 6:57 PM
.@rtachicago.bsky.social statement on passage of SB 2111: "This bill provides the stable funding & governance reforms needed to protect transit service for millions who ride @chicagocta.bsky.social, Metra, & @pacesuburbanbus.bsky.social the thousands of frontline workers who keep our region moving.🧵
The 20-mile corridor serves a growing population of 200k+ residents and 11.5k businesses within a one-mile radius, improving access to jobs, schools, & services. The BRT is expected to strengthen economic vitality & spur new affordable & workforce housing.
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Miami-Dade Boosts Regional Mobility with Longest All-Electric BRT in U.S. - Passenger Transport
With the launch of its new Metro Express BRT service, Miami-Dade County has ushered in a new era of high-capacity, sustainable mobility for South Florida. The 20-mile all-electric line—now the longest...
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October 29, 2025 at 7:57 PM
The 20-mile corridor serves a growing population of 200k+ residents and 11.5k businesses within a one-mile radius, improving access to jobs, schools, & services. The BRT is expected to strengthen economic vitality & spur new affordable & workforce housing.
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It started with a simple but great idea: train a cohort of transit professionals, who were already gathered at #APTAtransform25, as official Operation Lifesaver Authorized Volunteers to amplify rail safety education on local levels.
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From Idea to Action: Training Volunteers to Share the Rail Safety Message - Passenger Transport
It started with a simple yet great idea: train a cohort of transit professionals who were already gathered at an event as official Operation Lifesaver Authorized Volunteers (OLAVs) to amplify rail saf...
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October 29, 2025 at 5:12 PM
It started with a simple but great idea: train a cohort of transit professionals, who were already gathered at #APTAtransform25, as official Operation Lifesaver Authorized Volunteers to amplify rail safety education on local levels.
aptapassengertransport.com/from-idea-to... #STOPTrackTragedies
aptapassengertransport.com/from-idea-to... #STOPTrackTragedies
KCATA and @kcstreetcar.org marked a major milestone last Friday with the opening of the Main Street Streetcar Extension in Kansas City, Missouri. 🧵
October 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
KCATA and @kcstreetcar.org marked a major milestone last Friday with the opening of the Main Street Streetcar Extension in Kansas City, Missouri. 🧵
Last week, APTA members met with more than 100 Members of Congress and staff during APTA's Legislative Advocacy Fly-In to advocate for robust federal investment in public transportation infrastructure and critical statutory reforms.
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APTA Members Urge Full Funding of Public Transit, Passenger Rail at Legislative Advocacy Fly-In - Passenger Transport
APTA members met with key Members of Congress during the association’s Legislative Advocacy Fly-In Oct. 22 to advocate for robust federal investment in public transportation infrastructure and critica...
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October 27, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Last week, APTA members met with more than 100 Members of Congress and staff during APTA's Legislative Advocacy Fly-In to advocate for robust federal investment in public transportation infrastructure and critical statutory reforms.
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On Friday, APTA CEO Paul P. Skoutelas joined Dallas Area Rapid Transit CEO Nadine Lee, Carrollton Mayor Steve Babick, @repjuliejohnson.bsky.social, and other local leaders to celebrate the grand opening of the transformative 26-mile Silver Line—marking a major investment in North Texas transit.
October 27, 2025 at 6:24 PM
On Friday, APTA CEO Paul P. Skoutelas joined Dallas Area Rapid Transit CEO Nadine Lee, Carrollton Mayor Steve Babick, @repjuliejohnson.bsky.social, and other local leaders to celebrate the grand opening of the transformative 26-mile Silver Line—marking a major investment in North Texas transit.
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David Miller says TCRP's detailed syntheses and timely research on the topics most relevant to public transit are an invaluable resource for his work with Foursquare ITP. #TCRP American Public Transportation Association ow.ly/rcw650XeCVL
October 27, 2025 at 3:16 PM
David Miller says TCRP's detailed syntheses and timely research on the topics most relevant to public transit are an invaluable resource for his work with Foursquare ITP. #TCRP American Public Transportation Association ow.ly/rcw650XeCVL
🚉 APTA is hiring! 🚍
Join us as 'Human Resources & Office Services Coordinator', a key role supporting recruiting, onboarding, staff engagement, and office operations that keep our DC headquarters running smoothly.
📍 Hybrid in Washington, DC
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Join us as 'Human Resources & Office Services Coordinator', a key role supporting recruiting, onboarding, staff engagement, and office operations that keep our DC headquarters running smoothly.
📍 Hybrid in Washington, DC
🔗 www.apta.com/about/career...
Human Resources and Office Services Coordinator - American Public Transportation Association
BASIC FUNCTION:
This position provides comprehensive support across human resources and office services, contributing to APTA’s mission by assisting various departments with administrative functions,...
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October 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
🚉 APTA is hiring! 🚍
Join us as 'Human Resources & Office Services Coordinator', a key role supporting recruiting, onboarding, staff engagement, and office operations that keep our DC headquarters running smoothly.
📍 Hybrid in Washington, DC
🔗 www.apta.com/about/career...
Join us as 'Human Resources & Office Services Coordinator', a key role supporting recruiting, onboarding, staff engagement, and office operations that keep our DC headquarters running smoothly.
📍 Hybrid in Washington, DC
🔗 www.apta.com/about/career...
APTA Chair @lreddenrta.bsky.social, executive director, @rtachicago.bsky.social, offered welcome remarks at the opening of the 2025 @uitp.bsky.social North America Conference, Oct. 20-22 in Los Angeles, CA.
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APTA Chair Addresses 2025 UITP North America Conference - Passenger Transport
APTA Chair Leanne Redden, executive director, Chicago Regional Transportation Authority, offered welcome remarks at the opening of the 2025 UITP (International Association of Public Transport) North A...
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October 24, 2025 at 4:22 PM
APTA Chair @lreddenrta.bsky.social, executive director, @rtachicago.bsky.social, offered welcome remarks at the opening of the 2025 @uitp.bsky.social North America Conference, Oct. 20-22 in Los Angeles, CA.
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APTA members were on Capitol Hill yesterday to advocate for public transportation. Our photographers tagged along on several of the 100 meetings with Members of Congress and their staff, and you can see lots of great pictures in our Flickr album > www.flickr.com/photos/aptat...
October 23, 2025 at 8:05 PM
APTA members were on Capitol Hill yesterday to advocate for public transportation. Our photographers tagged along on several of the 100 meetings with Members of Congress and their staff, and you can see lots of great pictures in our Flickr album > www.flickr.com/photos/aptat...
Yesterday, APTA members met with more than 100 key Members of Congress and staff to advocate for robust federal investment in public transportation infrastructure & critical reforms.
See what APTA business members, transit agency CEOs & transit board members asked for > www.apta.com/news-publica...
See what APTA business members, transit agency CEOs & transit board members asked for > www.apta.com/news-publica...
October 23, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Yesterday, APTA members met with more than 100 key Members of Congress and staff to advocate for robust federal investment in public transportation infrastructure & critical reforms.
See what APTA business members, transit agency CEOs & transit board members asked for > www.apta.com/news-publica...
See what APTA business members, transit agency CEOs & transit board members asked for > www.apta.com/news-publica...