Welcome!


Welcome to the new and improved website for the New Hampshire Rural Transit Assistance Program (NHRTAP)! 


The New Hampshire Rural Transit Assistance Program (NHRTAP) is here to assist New Hampshire's rural public transit systems who receive Section 5311 and Section 5310 funding in providing safe and effective service. This website provides information on training opportunities, technical assistance and various resources.


NHRTAP NEWS

Updated November 10, 2025

Training Schedule

Please click on the training calendar to register for any of the below training offered in 2025. Additional training will be added throughout 2025 as it is scheduled. **In-person training is listed in bold**


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November, 2025 Training Classes

11/15/2025 (9:00-5:00) - Passenger Assistance Techniques (PAT) Training @CAPBM, Concord

11/19/2025 (10:00-12:00) - Emergency Procedures & Evacuation Webinar


December, 2025 Training Classes

12/6/2025 (9:00-5:00) - Passenger Assistance Techniques (PAT) Training @Sullivan Co., Claremont

12/22/2025 (1:00-3:00) - Emergency Procedures & Evacuation Webinar

12/30/2025 (10:00-12:00) - Defensive Driving Webinar

*Please note that there needs to be at least four (4) registrants in order for a training to proceed*

USDOT/FTA NEWS

Posted November 10, 2025

Changes to USDOT's DBE Program

Effective October 3, 2025, the USDOT published an Interim Final Rule (IFR) requiring immediate changes to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. USDOT has released FAQs regarding the changes.

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NATIONAL RTAP NEWS

Posted September 3, 2025

National RTAP 2025 Conference

The 6th National RTAP Technical Assistance Conference (Wrangling Access and Mobility in Rural and Tribal Transit) is set to take place in Austin, Texas from December 7-10, 2025. Registration is still available. A detailed agenda and presenter information is forthcoming.

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