Bay Area Delegation Secures $8.8 Million to Boost Local Transit Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

“As the Bay Area prepares to welcome the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this federal investment will help ensure our public transportation system is ready to meet the moment,” Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi said. “These funds will strengthen transit connections across our region, making it easier for residents and visitors alike to travel safely and efficiently while delivering long-lasting improvements for our community.”

 

"I'm looking forward to the economic activity that the FIFA World Cup will generate for the Bay Area, and I'm glad that soccer fans from around the world will get to enjoy safe and reliable public transportation during their visit," Rep. Lofgren said. "This is an investment that will benefit Santa Clara County even after the World Cup, and I'm thankful that federal, state, and local stakeholders came together to deliver this funding."

 

“Our region will soon occupy the center of the sports universe,” said Rep. Liccardo. “This investment will keep residents and global visitors moving, so no one misses a minute of World Cup action, while reducing congestion on our roads.”

 

"I am proud to support this $8.8 million investment that will help the Bay Area remain connected, reliable, and safe during the 2026 FIFA World Cup," said Rep. Simon. "These games will bring significant economic opportunity and a global spotlight to our region, and we must ensure they are accessible and welcoming to all."

 

“Soccer taught me a lot growing up about teamwork and self-discipline. It also paved a pathway for a soccer scholarship. Seeing the World Cup return to California is beyond exciting,” said Rep. Swalwell. “Beyond the excitement of the matches, this will be a huge boost for our economy, bringing visitors from around the world who will be supporting local businesses, hotels, and restaurants. It’s a great moment to showcase the best that California has to offer.”

 

“The San Francisco Bay Area is proudly sought after as a premier destination for world-class sporting events, and it’s incredibly exciting that we’ll be hosting World Cup matches this summer and welcoming soccer fans from around the globe. Public infrastructure is absolutely essential to coordinating successful events, and this critical federal funding will have lasting benefits while helping to ensure our transportation systems are prepared to keep visitors and residents moving safely and efficiently,” said Rep. Mullin.

 

“As the Bay Area prepares to host soccer fans from around the world for the FIFA World Cup, I’m proud to have helped secure federal funding alongside my congressional colleagues to provide safe and reliable public transportation. These infrastructure improvements will allow fans to move throughout cities affordably and provide long lasting benefits to our communities,” said Rep. Khanna

 

"As California prepares to welcome soccer fans from around the globe this summer, I'm proud to have helped secure federal investments alongside my congressional colleagues that will deliver meaningful, lasting improvements to public transit in the Bay Area," said Rep. Panetta. "These funds will help ensure fans from across the world can move through our cities quickly, affordably, and safely. Beyond the tournament itself, these infrastructure upgrades will strengthen our transit infrastructure in a way that local communities will benefit from long after the fans go home."