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RAIL
The Montana Department of Transportation administers the Montana Essential Freight Rail Loan Program to support freight rail improvement projects that enhance service in Montana. detailsarrow

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RESEARCH
The Montana Department of Transportation Research Office issues contracts for various research projects. Visit the Research Projects Overview page for more information. View information on current and completed research projects and/or add yourself to the solicitation for new research ideas or request for proposal (RFP) mailing lists. contact usarrow



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TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES
The Transportation Alternative (TA) replaces the funding from pre-MAP-21 programs including Transportation Enhancements, Recreational Trails, Safe Routes to School, and several other discretionary programs, wrapping them into a single funding source. detailsarrow

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TRANSIT
MDT administered Federal and State capital and operating grant programs provide assistance to qualified organizations providing transportation to the rural general public, including the elderly and disabled. detailsarrow
AVIATION
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The Montana Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division offers eligible Montana communities and airports low interest loans and grants for various airport and aviation related projects. Loans and grants are awarded once a year. detailsarrow

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HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY
The Montana Highway Traffic Safety Section administers federal grant monies for safety programs aimed at reducing deaths, injuries, and property losses resulting from traffic crashes. detailsarrow



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COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
The Community Transportation Enhancement Program (CTEP) is a Montana program that funds transportation related projects designed to strengthen the cultural, aesthetic, and environmental aspects of Montana's intermodal transportation system. detailsarrow

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TIGER
ARRA appropriated discretionary grant funds to be awarded by the Department of Transportation for capital investments in surface transportation infrastructure. These grants are for Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER). detailsarrow



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EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Competitive grants are available to emergency medical service providers for equipment, training, or to provide medical care to a patient. detailsarrow