DOT announces $384.4 million federal funding grant for ferries

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Written By Jennifer Joslyn

⛴️ DOT announces $384.4 million federal funding grant for ferries.

And no, not the kind with wings. Made available through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the funding awards 23 ferrying projects across 11 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands - from building new docks to refurbishing fleets. Overall, ferries are an important component of the transportation infrastructure in the United States, playing a critical role in connecting communities, supporting tourism, and supporting commerce and emergency response.

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