The Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced a competitive funding opportunity for Fiscal Year 2025 under the Low or No Emission Grant Program, offering approximately $1.1 billion for the purchase or lease of zero-emission and low-emission transit buses. Eligible applicants include designated recipients, states (including territories and Washington D.C.), local governmental authorities, and Indian Tribes, with specific submission requirements for projects in rural areas. This funding is crucial for enhancing public transportation infrastructure while adhering to environmental regulations, as outlined in the Federal Register, which emphasizes compliance with laws such as the Clean Water Act and the National Historic Preservation Act. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on July 14, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to the FTA Office of Program Management at FTALowNoBusNOFO@dot.gov for further information.