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United States Department Of Transportation




  Established October 15, 1966
  Activated April 1, 1967
  Secretary Norman Mineta
  Deputy Secretary Maria Cino
  Budget $58 billion
  Year 1 2004
  Employees 58,622
  Year 2 2004


The United States Department of Transportation ('''DOT''') is a Cabinet department of the United States Government concerned with Transport . It was established by an act of Congress on October 15 , 1966 and began operation on April 1 , 1967 . It is administered by the United States Secretary Of Transportation .

Its mission is to "Serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future."


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