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The Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act created a new Special Rule for older drivers and pedestrians under 23 USC 148(g)(2),  which was cont. under the FAST Act. 

TACL provides a sustainable methodology and platform for access and findability of rural and tribal transit coordination resources across a diverse rant of transportation technical assistance

TACL includes learning modules, case studies, webinars, how-to’s and many other resources to help organizations work together to establish and manage coordinated transportation programs.

For older adults living in rural communities, the challenge of aging in place is often magnified. What specific programs and policies have proven successful and could be replicated?

Aging in place can be challenging for many older adults, no matter where they live, but is especially daunting for those living in rural areas.

Study of golf-cart-related injuries seen at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, reflecting increased use of golf carts for transportation off the golf course.The results showed that orthopedic injuries. 

Trihead wrote an article about the benefits of carfit and the importance of having your car fit you to keep you safe on the road. 

This webinar will explore some of the data behind older driver safety and support available for alternative commutes.

Older drivers also experience slower cognition, have longer reaction times, and may have difficulty with some of the physical aspects of the driving tasks. 

Some $2 billion in federal money will soon be unlocked for rural transit projects, but it may not be enough to resolve long-standing accessibility issues older Americans face.