Interdisciplinary Transportation Law and Policy Technology Training Development
🏛 69A355 Research and Technology
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Can you apply?
This grant is for universities developing training programs on transportation technology, policy, and law. Applicants must be accredited academic institutions capable of creating multi-format educational content. The grant funds curriculum development focused on AI, automated vehicles, and supporting infrastructure for policymakers and legal professionals. Recipients will deliver a one-week training course, an executive briefing, and a semester-long law school curriculum over 24 months.
The funding supports institutional collaboration with legislative and policy offices. Institutions must demonstrate expertise in transportation law and technology policy. Partners may include government agencies and private sector partners. The program emphasizes reaching policymakers, lawmakers, and their support staff.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Key dates
- Jun 30, 2026 Applications open
- Aug 28, 2026 Application deadline in 42 days
- Nov 2, 2026 Project start
Program description
The objective of the Interdisciplinary Transportation Law and Policy Technology Training Program is to bridge the knowledge gap between fast changing transportation technologies and policymakers, lawmakers and legal counsel. This program will provide funding of $600,000 for a university to develop a one-week training for support staff of lawmakers and policymakers, a one-hour Executive Summary training for busy lawmakers and policymakers themselves, and a semester-long law school curriculum, on fast changing transportation technology in artificial intelligence (AI), automated vehicles (AV), and AV support infrastructure. The agreement will be for a 24-month term.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Proposal
- Budget and Budget Justification
- Cost-Sharing Documentation
- Letters of Support (from legislative/policy partners)
- Organizational Capacity Statement
- Curriculum Outline or Development Plan
Program contact
- 👤 Kelley C Severns Special Projects Manager
- 📧 kelley.severns@dot.gov
- 📞 202-934-2655
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 20.909 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$249,500
Top States by Funding
- CA 1 awards $0.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 20.909). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2026 est. | $5,100,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Accredited universities with strong transportation law and technology programs can apply. Institutions must show capacity to develop multiple educational formats.
What is the deadline and funding amount?
The deadline is August 28, 2026 (fixed date). Total program funding is $600,000 as a cooperative agreement.
What activities does this grant fund?
The grant funds development of a one-week staff training, one-hour executive briefing, and semester-long law school curriculum on AI and autonomous vehicles.
What is the project timeline?
The cooperative agreement runs for 24 months from award date. Curriculum development must be completed within this timeframe.
Is cost-sharing required?
Yes, cost-sharing is required. You must provide a percentage of project costs as match funding.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start planning early and identify university partners with strong transportation law and technology expertise. Weak partnerships will hurt your competitiveness.
- Show clear demand from legislative and policy offices. Provide letters of support from target stakeholders like lawmakers or policy teams.
- Demonstrate how your curriculum addresses real gaps in policymakers' understanding of AI and autonomous vehicle technology. Make the connection explicit.
- Plan realistic timelines for developing three distinct educational products (training, briefing, curriculum) within 24 months. Budget accordingly.
- Detail your cost-sharing commitment upfront. Show institutional buy-in through committed staff time, facilities, or funding.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposing curriculum without evidence that legislators or policymakers actually want it. Underestimating the effort needed to develop three separate educational products in parallel. Failing to clarify cost-sharing amounts and institutional commitment.
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