Congressman Thompson Announces Department of Transportation Notice of Award to the City of Jackson

This initiative is a critical step toward lowering emissions, restoring confidence in public transit, and decreasing run times for the residents of Jackson. With this funding, Jackson will be able to improve its public transportation system, providing more reliable and environmentally friendly transit options for its community.

"Today, 117 communities, including Jackson, are receiving the good news that their transit buses are being modernized and their commutes improved through President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. "The Biden-Harris Administration is helping agencies across 47 states replace old buses running on dirty, expensive fuels by delivering modern and zero-emission buses, manufactured by American workers, that will connect more people to where they need to go."

Congressman Thompson expressed his support for the project, stating, "This grant is a testament to our commitment to improving public transportation in Jackson and ensuring that our transit systems are efficient, reliable, and sustainable. The modernization of our bus fleet will not only benefit the environment but also enhance the quality of life for our residents."