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Happy Halloween from #Voices4Transit! 🎃 From everyday trips to spook-tacular celebrations, #publictransit continues to connect our communities and support the economy one ride at a time.
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$270M TEXRail extension groundbreaking highlights effects of collaboration, officials said fortworthreport.org/2026/10/… @TrinityMetro
$270M TEXRail extension groundbreaking highlights effects of collaboration, officials said

$270M TEXRail extension groundbreaking highlights effects of collaboration, officials said

A 2.1-mile TEXRail extension is planned in the Medical District with a new station.

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Rep. Darren Soto
@RepDarrenSotoOct 29
GREATEST HITS: SUNRAIL EXPANSION Thanks to the bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we’re working to expand @RideSunRail to @MCO and theme parks, and @GoBrightline to Tampa. Proud of our work to expand transit options & connect our communities. mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news…
Orange County leaders looking to expand SunRail from east to west

Orange County leaders looking to expand SunRail from east to west

The Sunshine Corridor project will cost $3.1 to $4.4 million

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Transit on the ballot in these 11 states yahoo.com/news/us/articles/t…
Transit on the ballot in these 11 states

Transit on the ballot in these 11 states

Transportation advocates have high hopes for the Nov. 3 election, which will allow voters to weigh in on measures supporting road, rail, pedestrian and bike infrastructure.

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Seattle sports fans turn to transit as Sound Transit sees ridership jump msn.com/en-us/sports/general…
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World Cup’s lessons will help cities, transit agencies with the 2028 Olympics smartcitiesdive.com/news/wor…
World Cup’s lessons will help cities, transit agencies with the 2028 Olympics

World Cup’s lessons will help cities, transit agencies with the 2028 Olympics

Transportation investments for mega-events can create “sustainable change in cities,” a consultant said.

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Great #publictransit systems strengthen communities in more ways than one. Metro's expanded Art in Transit program demonstrates how public transportation can foster local culture, support artists, and create vibrant public spaces that bring people together. 🎨 #Voices4Transit Read more: wmata.com/news/metro-announc…
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Rep. Greg Stanton
@RepGregStantonOct 24
My dad used Phoenix Transit every day to get from our West Phoenix home to his job selling shoes at the Park Central JC Penney. It was a lifeline for our working class family. That’s why I’ll always support public transportation & why it meant so much to celebrate @ValleyMetro’s 2026 Outstanding Public Transportation System award from @APTA_Transit. 🧵
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New report finds SF public transit helps families save thousands of dollars per year sfexaminer.com/news/transit/… via @sfexaminer
New report: SF Transit saves families thousands

New report: SF Transit saves families thousands

Personal cost of car ownership continues to climb due to external circumstances.

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More people are choosing #publictransit in Pittsburgh, with ridership reaching its highest level in six years. That's a reminder that strong transit systems are essential to thriving communities. Now is the time to use our #Voices4Transit to advocate for investing in the services riders depend on every day. Read more: usatoday.com/story/news/2026…
Pittsburgh transit ridership reaches six-year high as advocates push improvements

Pittsburgh transit ridership reaches six-year high as advocates push improvements

Pittsburgh Regional Transit has reached its highest ridership level in six years. Advocates say the next step is turning that momentum into better service and reliable funding.

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Every election is an opportunity to raise our voices in support of #publictransit! As #Voices4Transit heads to the polls in 2026, don’t forget to vote with public transit in mind. Learn about the candidates and issues on your ballot, make your voting plan, and find voter resources at vote.gov/.
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A glimpse inside the painstaking process of bringing a subway car to life fastcompany.com/91624647/chr…
A glimpse inside the painstaking process of bringing a subway car to life

A glimpse inside the painstaking process of bringing a subway car to life

The photographer Christopher Payne spent years inside the factories that build and maintain NYC’s subway cars. Now his work is on display across the city.

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How Metro Turned L’Enfant Plaza Into a ‘Laboratory’ washingtonsun.com/metro/metr… @wmata
How Metro Turned L’Enfant Plaza Into a ‘Laboratory’

How Metro Turned L’Enfant Plaza Into a ‘Laboratory’

Metro uses the station as a testing ground for new wayfinding tools. Are they working?

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🚌 Northern Virginia’s BRT network is taking shape! NVTA’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Action Plan outlines 28 routes to expand connectivity across Northern Virginia and beyond. The plan provides a vision for a high-capacity BRT system designed to meet regional mobility needs and help reduce congestion. Five routes are currently funded, bringing this regional vision closer to reality. 🗺️ Explore the BRT Action Plan StoryMap to learn more 🔗 tinyurl.com/mpbhnyas
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Metro Forward
@wmataOct 15
Did you know Metro is the second-busiest heavy rail rapid transit system in the United States? 🚇 Every day, Metro helps connect the region to work, school, sports, entertainment, and more, and provides a convenient way to get there while avoiding traffic, rideshare costs, and heavy parking fees. Next time you’re heading out, join the millions who choose Metro!
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Battery-powered trains coming to Chicago: a first look utilitydive.com/news/stadler… #aptaEXPO @Metra
Battery-powered trains coming to Chicago: a first look

Battery-powered trains coming to Chicago: a first look

Commuter rail systems like Chicago's Metra are exploring battery-electric trains to increase service while reducing diesel exhaust pollution and noise.

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Transit Leaders Discuss World Cup Cost, Lessons, and Keys to Success aptapassengertransport.com/t… #aptaEXPO @MARTAtransit @metrolosangeles @TransLink @TrinityMetro @wsp @NJTRANSIT
Transit Leaders Discuss World Cup Cost, Lessons, and Keys to Success - Passenger Transport

Transit Leaders Discuss World Cup Cost, Lessons, and Keys to Success - Passenger Transport

The experiences of six public transit agencies providing record-breaking World Cup service may have differed based on agency size and operating environment, but their central message was the same: no...

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The future of public transit starts with the next generation of leaders. APTA's student membership program is helping students build connections, explore career opportunities, and prepare for careers that will strengthen #publictransit for years to come. Read the full story: aptapassengertransport.com/m…

Making Room for Tomorrow’s Leaders - Passenger Transport

APTA Student Membership Sees Strong Growth APTA’s growing student membership now has more than 250 members in both undergraduate and graduate programs representing more than 90 universities located...

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#Publictransit is more than a way to get around. It is an economic engine that supports American manufacturing, creates jobs, and strengthens communities across the country. Last week, we celebrated #NationalManufacturingDay. This week, join us in continuing to recognize the workers and businesses that help keep America moving. #Voices4Transit
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Fall is here! 🍂 Football games, festivals, farmers markets, school events, and neighborhood traditions give us more reasons to get out and connect—and #publictransit helps make those experiences more accessible while keeping communities moving every day. As a #Voices4Transit member, your experience and voice can bring #publictransit impact to life and show why continued investment matters. Read more in our latest blog: voicesforpublictransit.org/f…
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