(ANCHORAGE, Alaska) – The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is pleased to announce that Amendment #2 to the 2024–2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) has been officially approved by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA).

This timely approval will allow DOT&PF to continue advancing important transportation projects across the state, support grant recipients, and capture August Redistribution funding. The department extends its sincere appreciation to FHWA and FTA for their quick turnaround, collaborative approach, and the strong working relationship that has made this amendment process efficient and productive.

“Federal approval of STIP Amendment #2 ensures we can deliver transportation investments that benefit Alaskans and support local economies,” said Katherine Keith, Deputy Commissioner of DOT&PF. “We are grateful to FHWA and FTA for their partnership and responsiveness as we work to keep projects moving forward.”

While the approval of STIP Amendment #2 marks a critical milestone for Alaska’s transportation program, some federally funded projects originally scheduled for 2026 have been shifted to later years. These schedule adjustments reflect recent changes in available state match funding, which affects our ability to fully leverage federal resources in the near term.

“We’re committed to keeping projects moving and delivering the strongest possible federal program for Alaska,” said Alaska DOT&PF Commissioner Ryan Anderson. “We will be working closely with the Governor’s Office and the Legislature to find a solution that supports aggressive delivery of our federal transportation construction projects. If addressed early in the 2026 session, we expect to return many of the rescheduled projects to their original timelines.”

DOT&PF is delivering one of the most active construction seasons in recent history in 2025—investing in roads, airports, ferries, and transit systems that connect communities and strengthen Alaska’s economy. With STIP Amendment #2 now approved, the department is well-positioned to build on this momentum in 2026. By working collaboratively across state and federal partners, DOT&PF remains focused on delivering a modern, resilient, and accessible transportation system for all Alaskans.

For more information on the STIP, visit the Alaska DOT&PF STIP website at dot.alaska.gov/stip. The public may explore STIP projects and programs using the interactive dashboard here.

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The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities oversees 237 airports, 9 ferries serving 35 communities along 3,500 marine miles, over 5,600 miles of highway and 839 public facilities throughout the state of Alaska. The mission of the department is to “Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure.”

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