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SWTA Announces General Session Keynote: Mitch Savoie Hill |
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We are excited to announce that Mitch Savoie Hill will deliver the General Session Keynote at the SWTA + New Mexico Joint Annual Conference & EXPO presented by Model 1 Commercial Vehicles. On Wednesday, April 1 from 4:00–5:00 PM, Mitch will present “DISCoteca: Relationships Are A Dance – Learn How To Follow & Lead Effectively,” offering an engaging and practical perspective on communication, leadership, and collaboration across different personality styles. This high-energy session is designed to strengthen connection and inspire more effective teamwork across the transit industry. |
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Last Call: 2026 Bullfeathers Breakfast |
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There’s still time to join us for SWTA’s 2026 Bullfeathers Breakfast — one of our most anticipated and long-standing traditions. This annual gathering brings members and partners together to celebrate advocacy successes, strengthen relationships, and continue the important conversations shaping the future of transit across our region. It’s always a powerful morning filled with energy, connection, and shared purpose. If you haven’t secured your seat yet, now is the time to register: |
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Are You Ready? SWTA Prepares for One of Its Largest Conferences to Date |
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Are you ready? The SWTA + New Mexico Joint Annual Conference & EXPO presented by Model 1 Commercial Vehicles is shaping up to be one of the largest conferences in South West Transit Association history. Taking place March 30 – April 2, 2026 in Albuquerque, the agenda includes creative transit funding strategies, TAM Plan refresh guidance before the 2026 deadline, workforce communication sessions, a dynamic keynote, and the 37th Annual SWTA Spotlight Awards Gala. |
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SWTA to Host Awards Gala During 2026 Joint Annual Conference & EXPO |
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Join us Wednesday, April 1 for the SWTA Awards Gala at the SWTA + New Mexico Joint Annual Conference & EXPO presented by Model 1 Commercial Vehicles. From 6:00–9:00 PM in West Ballroom B/C, we’ll celebrate the accomplishments of transit agencies across the SWTA Nation with our 37th Annual Spotlight Awards, NMDOT State Awards, state updates, retiring remarks from President Kendra McGeady, and the introduction of new board leadership. Dress in your best and be part of an evening dedicated to excellence in public transit. |
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Stay Connected with SWTA |
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Are you following SWTA on social media? Make sure you’re connected with us on LinkedIn and Facebook to stay informed on industry news, legislative updates, conference announcements, member highlights, funding opportunities, and the latest developments shaping transit across the Southwest. We’re sharing more real-time updates and valuable content than ever — and we want you to be part of the conversation.
Follow us today: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/southwest-transit-association/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SWTAnation |
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Federal Legislative Update |
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The following update is based on analysis from Blank Rome Government Relations (BRGR), along with reporting from Bloomberg Government, Politico, and federal agency releases.
Recent congressional developments include stalled DHS funding negotiations, a revised $1.4 trillion increase in projected federal deficits, consideration of restoring earmarks for certain appropriations bills, repeal of the EPA’s 2009 greenhouse gas endangerment finding, and advancement of legislation addressing domestic critical mineral supply chains.
SWTA continues to monitor federal actions that may affect transit funding, regulatory frameworks, and infrastructure policy nationwide. |
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