Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ)
The CMAQ Program provides funding assistance to areas designated as non-attainment by the EPA. Areas failing to meet the NAAQS receive funds to invest in projects that decrease transportation-related air pollutants. The FHWA and FTA jointly administer this program to allocate funding to state DOTs and MPOs based upon the severity of congestion and population within the non-attainment areas. These funds are spent on specific transportation projects that decrease emissions and improve congestion.
CMAQ Call for Projects
State air quality agencies, along with local MPOs, select projects through an application process. Counties, municipalities, state agencies, and universities are permitted to submit applications. All applications are reviewed for eligibility as well as effectiveness on emissions reductions. Eligible projects range from ridesharing programs to intelligent transportation systems.
If you are interested in receiving more information on the CMAQ program, please contact Phillip Peevy at (404) 631-1783 for more information.