Federal Programs

Welcome to the Caltrans Division of Local Assistance Office of Federal Programs! Our mission is to support local agencies and other federal awardees in navigating federal funding opportunities to enhance California's transportation infrastructure. We provide guidance on the efficient use of federal funds, ensure compliance with federal requirements, and facilitate the successful delivery of local transportation projects. Through our online guidance, technical assistance, collaborative efforts, and training we provide, we aim to empower local agencies to achieve their transportation goals. Explore our managed programs and resources to learn more about how we can assist you utilizing federal funding for
your projects.

Federal Programs

Alternative Fueling Infrastructure Programs

Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Program (CFI)

Bridge Programs

Bridge Investment Program (BIP)

Highway Bridge Program (HBP)

Earmark Programs

Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending (CPFCDS)

Earmark Repurposing

Ferry Boat Programs

Ferry Boat Discretionary

Ferry Boat Program

Infrastructure Programs

Advanced Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP)

Highway Infrastructure Program (HIP)

Multimodal Project Discretionary Grants

Multimodal Project Discretionary Grants

  National Infrastructure Project Assistance program (Mega)

  Nationally Significant Multimodal Freight and Highway Projects Program (INFRA)

  Rural Surface Transportation Grant program (also known as Rural or RSTG)

Nature Enhancement and Access Programs

Carbon Reduction Program (CRP)

Culvert AOP Program

Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP)

National Scenic Byways Program (NSBP)

Roadside Pollinator Program (RPP)

Wildlife Crossing Pilot Program (WCPP) 

Planning and Planning Related Programs

Prioritization Process Pilot Program (PPPP)

Reconnecting Communities Neighborhood Access and Equity Programs (RCN)

Neighborhood Access and Equity Program (NAE)

Reconnecting Communities (Pilot) (RCP) Program

Safety Programs

Emergency Relief (ER)

Local Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)

Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, & Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT)

Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A)

Sec 130 Railroad-Highway Grade Crossing Hazards Elimination Program

Technology and Innovation Programs

Advanced Transportation Technology and Innovation (ATTAIN)

Congestion Relief Program (CR)

Intelligent Transportation Systems Program (ITS)

Strategic Innovation for Revenue Collection (SIRC)

Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Grants

Tribal Programs

Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program

Tribal Transportation Program Safety Fund (TTPSF)

Sunsetting Programs (No new projects funded)

  Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA)