What types of projects can qualify for TE funds?
All projects must have a direct and identifiable relationship to surface transportation. Projects must also be eligible under one of the following three qualifying categories: Historic and Archeological, Scenic and Environmental, and Bicycle and Pedestrian. Historical and Archeological projects include those related to acquisition of a historic site; historic preservation; rehabilitation and operation of historic transportation buildings, structures or facilities (including historic railroad facilities and canals); historic highway programs; archeological planning and research; and establishment of transportation museums. Scenic and Environmental projects include those related to acquisition of scenic easements and scenic sites; scenic highway programs including the provision of tourist and welcome center facilities; and landscaping and other scenic beautification such as streetscapes and aesthetic bridge treatments. Bicycle and pedestrian projects include the provision of bike lanes,
