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U.S. DOT SBIR 2026 Opens: Funding Opportunities for AI, Transit, and Safety Innovation

The U.S. Department of Transportation has officially opened the FY2026 SBIR Phase I pre-solicitation period, inviting small businesses to explore upcoming federal funding opportunities focused on transportation innovation. The pre-solicitation window runs from April 29 through May 29, 2026 (5:00 PM ET). No applications are being accepted yet — this phase is strictly for review…

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Mamdani New York

New Yorl City Hall: Mayor Mamdani Names Elizabeth Adams Senior Advisor for Fast and Free Buses

Mayor Mamdani Names Elizabeth Adams Senior Advisor for Fast and Free Buses in NYC New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed Elizabeth Adams as Senior Advisor for Fast and Free Buses, signaling a major push to make NYC bus service faster, more reliable, and fare-free. Adams, a longtime transportation advocate and organizer, will lead…

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NYC budget crisis press conference with Mayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin urging Albany to close multi-billion dollar gap

NYC Faces Historic Budget Crisis — Mamdani Pushes Tax Changes on the Wealthy, Demands State Action

Mayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin Urge Albany to Help Close Multi-Billion Dollar Gap New York City is facing a major budget crisis, and city leaders say Albany must help. Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and City Council Speaker Julie Menin are urging New York State officials to provide additional revenue and address what they call a…

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Electric Air Taxi Takes Off From JFK in Historic NYC Test Flight

Electric Air Taxi Takes Off From JFK in Historic NYC Test Flight

On April 27, 2026, Joby Aviation completed a first-of-its-kind electric air taxi demonstration from JFK Airport, showing how future flights between JFK and Manhattan could take under 10 minutes New York City entered a new chapter in airport transportation on Monday, April 27, 2026, when Joby Aviation completed electric air taxi demonstration flights from John…

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