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United States Department of Transportation

The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) is a federal Cabinet department of the U.S. government, founded in 1966, with responsibility for regulating and overseeing national transportation systems. Under the helm of the United States Secretary of Transportation, it works to ensure the safe, efficient, and convenient movement of people and goods across the country. The department includes various sub-agencies, such as the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, each one focused on different modes of transportation. With policy-making, enforcement, and funding roles, USDOT plays a crucial role in shaping and maintaining American transportation infrastructure.