The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Houston Metro) and the Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) have been awarded federal funds for significant projects in their respective regions. Houston Metro received $1.2 million from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to develop a transit-oriented development (TOD) strategy along the proposed Gulfton Corridor Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line. The funding will focus on enhancing mobility, housing, and community development in one of Houston's most transit-dependent areas, aiming to attract investments and establish a community-supported vision for TOD. Additionally, the project will explore green infrastructure solutions to mitigate urban heat and flooding issues. The grant is expected to cover the entire TOD planning process, including community engagement and station area analysis. This initiative is viewed as a step toward revitalizing Gulfton. On the other hand, LAVTA in California will use $3 million to expand a hydrogen fueling station that supports the Wheels bus fleet. This funding comes from the Community Project Funding of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, which allocated $15.2 million secured by U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier for multiple projects in Alameda County. The hydrogen fueling station expansion will enable LAVTA to deploy hydrogen fuel cell buses within the next two years, contributing to the transition away from fossil fuels and helping California achieve its climate goals. The project is expected to start construction in 2025 and be completed in conjunction with the delivery of the first hydrogen fuel cell buses in 2027. Overall, both projects highlight a commitment to advancing equity, promoting housing affordability, and transitioning toward a zero-emissions and clean energy transportation future. The federal funding not only supports infrastructure and environmental sustainability but also aims to create economic opportunities through job creation and construction in the respective regions.