Congressman Donald Norcross (D) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $6.87 million in grant funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to support New Jersey Transit’s transition to a zero-emission bus fleet.
In 2021, Congressman Norcross voted to help pass the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act into law.
“Investing in zero-emission buses means cleaner air, better transit options, and good jobs right here in South Jersey,” Norcross said. “This grant will improve mobility, protect the environment, and create jobs in our region. I will always support initiatives that strengthen our communities and provide a better future for New Jersey.”
“This grant, made possible through the generous support of the USDOT, demonstrates NJ TRANSIT’s steadfast commitment to sustainability,” NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kevin Corbett said. “Exploring transformative zero-emission bus technology is designed to deliver long-term benefits for our customers and the environment.”
The grant, awarded through the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program, will be used to fund long-term capital investments, fleet and service implementation plans, and advanced engineering and facility design to create a cleaner and greener transportation future for New Jersey.