Surface Transportation Block Grant Program
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
The Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) program provides flexible funding that may be used by States and localities for projects to preserve and improve the conditions and performance on any Federal-aid highway, bridge and tunnel projects on any public road, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, and transit capital projects, including intercity bus terminals.
This Assistance Listing 20.287 created in August 2025 was included in the previous ALN 20.205, please refer to former ALN 20.205 for FY24 and FY25 financial obligations. The new Assistance Listing 20.287 will be utilized by DOT at the start of FY 2026.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- State
- Local
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Please see notice of funding.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 120 to 180 days
Program details & compliance
Description
The Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG) promotes flexibility in State and local transportation decisions and provides flexible funding to best address State and local transportation needs.
Mission Categories
Primary: Highways, Public Roads, and Bridges
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Please see notice of funding.
Matching Requirements
As a general rule, in accordance with 23 U.S.C. 120
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements