Indiana LTAP
LTAP is an established nationwide system of technology transfer (T2) centers, some of which are located in universities, with others in State highway agencies. Six centers serve American Indian Tribal Governments. Each center develops a mix of technology transfer tools and information to effectively address the needs of the local/tribal highway community.
Funding for the centers is provided through the Federal-aid process, which requires support and involvement from State highway agencies. The funding for the centers comes from Federal LTAP funds, State departments of transportation, universities, local agencies, and finances designated by State legislation. The centers serving American Indian Tribal Governments are jointly funded by FHWA and the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs. The centers enable local agencies to improve their transportation network by:
- Increasing transportation expertise at the state and local levels
- Providing a channel for materials prepared at the national level for local use
- Promoting the effective use of research findings and innovations for improving transportation
- Meeting the needs of transportation personnel on local areas with tailored resource materials