More than $2 billion is expected to be funneled into public transportation systems nationwide — including in San Marcos — even as the federal government floats the idea of curtailing its funding of the sector.

At least 11 projects in Texas were selected to receive the funding from the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Program and the Low or No Emission Grant Program, according to a news release.

Transit buses provide a vital service for millions of Americans every day," said FTA Administrator Marc Molinaro. “These grants will strengthen connections between communities, boost bus safety and reliability, and enhance mobility and quality of life for passengers.”

FTA is a sub-agency of the larger U.S. Department of Transportation, supporting the nati

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