U.S. Department of Transportation / Mission & History

Home > About DOT > Mission & History Last updated: 6/27/2007 Mission & History Mission: The Department of Transportation was established by an act of Congress on October 15, 1966, the Department’s first official day of operation was April 1, 1967. The mission of the Department is to: Serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future. More Information Historical Information on the U.S. Department of Transportation
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Home > About DOT > Mission & History Last updated: 6/27/2007 Mission & History Mission: The Department of Transportation was established by an act of Congress on October 15, 1966, the Department’s first official day of operation was April 1, 1967. The mission of the Department is to: Serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future. More Information Historical Information on the U.S. Department of Transportation
Home \| DOT Agencies \| About DOT \| News \| FAQs \| Safety \| Dockets \| Careers \| FOIA

Web Policies & Notices \| Accessibility \| Privacy Policy \| No Fear Act

Other Government Links: USA.gov \| WhiteHouse.gov \| ExpectMore.gov \| Regulations.Gov \| USAFreedomCorps.gov

U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202-366-4000 \| TTY Contact Info

Mission & History