The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) will allocate $574 million in emergency relief funds for road and bridge repairs in 39 states and Puerto Rico. The funds will fix infrastructure damaged by natural disasters and other unexpected events.
The emergency relief program reimburses states, territories, federal land management agencies, and tribal governments for eligible expenses associated with damage from natural disasters or other emergency situations, according to USDOT.
The funds help to pay for the reconstruction or replacement of damaged highways and bridges along with the arrangement of detours and replacement of guardrails or other damaged safety devices.
“These funds will help reimburse states for needed repairs to vital transportation infrastructure that residents rely upon for daily travel,” said Nicole Nason, Federal Highway administrator.
Since 2017, the Trump administration has provided some $4.9 billion in funds under this progra
