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Florida Department of Transportation Recognizes the Essential Role of Florida’s Crossing Guards and Announces Annual Crossing Guard of the Year Awards
February 7, 2025

Governor DeSantis’ Budget Recommendations Cement Historic Investment in Transportation Infrastructure
February 3, 2025

FDOT Continues to Take Transportation to New Heights in 2024
December 20, 2024

FDOT Honors Florida Road Rangers and Showcases Enhanced Safety Countermeasures for Crash Responders 
November 18, 2024

ICYMI: On Final Day of Trade Mission, Governor DeSantis Oversees Second MOU Signing and Visits Florida-bound Leonardo Helicopters
November 15, 2024

ICYMI: On Fourth Day of Trade Mission, Governor Ron DeSantis Establishes New Commercial Partnerships Between Florida and Italy
November 14, 2024

ICYMI: On Second Day of Trade Mission, Governor DeSantis Announces New International Trade Office to Open in Italy 
November 12, 2024

Florida's Toll Relief Program Delivers Significant Savings in First Six Months
November 8, 2024

FDOT and Partners Celebrate 9th Annual Mobility Week
October 25, 2024

FDOT Highlights Enhancements to Drive Down Pedestrian Injuries and Fatalities During Pedestrian Safety Month
October 23, 2024

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Awards $9.5 Million and Other State Assistance to SeaPort Manatee for Repairs After Hurricane Damage
October 14, 2024

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Suspends Tolls To Assist Hurricane Milton Evacuations
October 7, 2024

FDOT Recognizes Rail Safety Week and Highlights Florida’s Newly-Established, First-in-the-Nation Rail Safety Coalition
September 23, 2024

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Makes First Award of $100 Million in Grants to Increase Supply Chain Capacity; Breaks Ground on Fruitville Interchange Project 
September 20, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Announces over $122 Million for Rural Infrastructure
September 10, 2024

ICYMI: Top 12 Finalists Unveiled for Coveted America’s Transportation Awards
September 9, 2024

Florida's Toll Relief Program Delivers Significant Savings in First Four Months
August 26, 2024

ICYMI: Southeastern State DOT Projects Receive Awards for Projects that Improve Mobility, Safety for Road Users
August 20, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Issues Updates on State Response to Hurricane Debby
August 7, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Issues Updates on State Response to Hurricane Debby
August 7, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Issues Updates on Debby Response; Announces Activation of Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan to Support Local Impacted Businesses
August 6, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Issues Updates on State Response as Tropical Storm Debby Moves Out of North Florida
August 5, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Issues Updates on State Response; Hurricane Debby Makes Landfall as a Category 1 in the Big Bend
August 5, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Issues Updates on State Preparations Ahead of Tropical Storm Debby 
August 4, 2024

Florida Department of Transportation Kicks Off Annual "Operation Southern Slow Down"
July 15, 2024

Florida Announces “Free State of Florida” Placed on All Welcome Signs
July 9, 2024

I-4 Project Segments to Now Provide Congestion Relief by End of 2025
June 28, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Announces Transportation Investments and Congestion Relief  
June 27, 2024

FDOT and FTBA Announce the 2024 Best in Construction Awards to Recognize Contributions to Communities, Safety, and Innovation in Transportation Projects Throughout Florida  
June 26, 2024

ICYMI: Florida Trucking Association - 2024 Florida Truck Driving Championships Winners Announced!
June 25, 2024

FDOT Completes Final Advanced Air Mobility Tabletop Exercises
June 17, 2024

Governor DeSantis’ Focus on Florida’s Future Budget Reduces Congestion, Supports Economic Competitiveness, and Preserves Floridians’ Quality of Life 
June 13, 2024

ICYMI: Top Nine FDOT Projects Recognized by the American Council of Engineering
June 12, 2024

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Toll Relief Program Savings of $42 Million in Its First Month
June 7, 2024

Florida Department of Transportation Recognizes Work Zone Awareness Week
April 15, 2024

*PHOTO RELEASE* FDOT Prioritizes Emerging Aviation Technology to Expand Florida’s Transportation Network
April 4, 2024

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Road Projects and Congestion Relief Initiatives 10–20 Years Ahead of Schedule
April 3, 2024

Statement from FDOT Secretary Jared W. Perdue, P.E. on Federal Courts in Kentucky and Texas Striking Down USDOT's Unlawful Rule Forcing States to Track Drivers' Tailpipe Emissions
April 2, 2024

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Announces $450 Million for a Second Consecutive Year of Toll Relief for Florida’s Families 
April 1, 2024

FDOT to Host Transportation Industry Hiring Event in Hillsborough County
March 15, 2024

FDOT Secretary Jared Perdue Testifies Before Congress
March 8, 2024

Major Progress Underway Advancing I-4 Moving Florida Forward Projects to Construction
March 5, 2024

Florida Department of Transportation Hosts First Transportation Industry Hiring Event and Makes First-Ever On-Site Hire
February 29, 2024

Florida Department of Transportation Honors Crossing Guards on Appreciation Day 2024
February 2, 2024


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