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Commuter rail

A public transportation service that carries passengers between urban and suburban areas, typically serving people traveling to and from work.

Capital assistance

Financial help or grants provided for large-scale, long-term investments like infrastructure projects, new equipment, or major repairs, rather than day-to-day operating expenses.

Rehabilitation

The act of restoring something to a good or improved condition, often involving extensive repairs and upgrades rather than full replacement.

Competitive grant program

A system where government funds are awarded to organizations based on proposals they submit, and these proposals are judged against each other by specific criteria.

National Transit Database

A national system where public transportation providers report data about their operations, finances, and assets to the federal government.

Transit asset management plan

A strategy developed by public transportation agencies to maintain, replace, and improve their vehicles, facilities, and infrastructure over time to keep them in good working order.