A ferry docking at Lopez Island terminal with two workers in safety vests on deck, surrounded by water and a forested landscape.

Public Ferry Coalition Policy Goals

FTA Passenger Ferry Grant Program and FHWA Ferry Boat Formula Program

Advocate for increased federal funding for the FTA Passenger Ferry Grant Program and FHWA Ferry Boat Formula Program to enhance, modernize, and expand public ferry services, providing access to more communities and reaching a broader population.

FTA Rural Ferry Program

Advocate for the reauthorization and funding of the FTA Rural Ferry Program to ensure rural communities in America have access to jobs, healthcare, and recreational opportunities.

Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program

Advocate for the reauthorization and funding of the Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program to ensure that America remains the leader in cutting edge clean transportation technology.

Maintenance and Expansion

Support regulatory and administrative reforms that streamline processes and facilitate the maintenance and expansion of public ferry services.