Notice of Proposed Buy America Waiver for Battery Electric Minibuses and Request for Comment

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The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has received multiple requests for a Buy America waiver for battery electric minibuses based on the non-availability of Buy America-compliant vehicles. FTA is proposing a general non-availability waiver of limited duration for vehicles in this class that meet certain criteria. FTA seeks public and industry comment on whether FTA should grant the waiver or a modified version of the waiver.