APTA Statement on Nomination of Marcus Molinaro as FTA Administrator

Following the nomination of Marcus Molinaro as FTA Administrator, APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas released the following statement:

“APTA congratulates former Representative Marcus Molinaro on his nomination as Administrator of the Federal Transit Administration.

“Public transportation fuels America’s economic prosperity. Our $79 billion industry employs 430,000 people directly and supports millions of private-sector jobs, driving growth and innovation across the nation. From bus and railcar manufacturing to component production, public transit powers a thriving domestic manufacturing sector through Buy America requirements and a robust supply chain.

“As the development of the next Surface Transportation Authorization Act approaches, APTA and its 1,600-plus member organizations are eager to collaborate with Mr. Molinaro. Together, we aim to secure robust federal investments that will strengthen our nation’s public transportation infrastructure, bolster the economy, and enhance mobility for all Americans.

“Mr. Molinaro’s experience and dedication to public transit position him to tackle the industry’s challenges and seize its opportunities. As a former New York County executive and member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, he knows firsthand the difference that public transportation makes in people’s daily lives. We look forward to working with Mr. Molinaro to drive economic growth, create American manufacturing jobs, and build stronger communities through public transportation.”