Overview of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act)
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act) was signed into law by President Obama on February 17th, 2009. It is an unprecedented effort to jumpstart our economy, create or save millions of jobs, and put a down payment on addressing long-neglected challenges so our country can thrive in the 21st century.
The Act is an extraordinary response to a crisis unlike any since the Great Depression, and includes measures to modernize our nation's infrastructure, enhance energy independence, expand educational opportunities, preserve and improve affordable health care, provide tax relief, and protect those in greatest need.
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The $789 billion Act includes $48 billion worth of investment in our nation’s transportation infrastructure, including major investments in highways, public transit, high-speed rail, and aviation. Georgia will receive $932 million for highway transportation and $144 million for public transit.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are actively providing guidance to Georgia DOT and transit systems on stimulus federal requirements. To see how the funding breaks out, visit the Stimulus Funding Distribution page.
The Georgia DOT will announce on this site the priority project categories; the "shovel-ready" projects across the state constructed with stimulus funding for Phase 1 and 2; and federal regulations and guidance as mandated by USDOT, FAA and FTA.
Implementing the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act)
With Phase 1 project selections and certifications complete, efforts are well underway to choose appropriate projects statewide for obligation of Phase 2 by early 2010. To see where we are in the process, visit Progress Report.
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See which projects have been chosen and view a detailed description of each one by visiting Highway Projects, Aviation Grants or Transit Projects.
How to Apply
Report fraud and abuse to the Office of Inspector General.