The Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) coordinates the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) research programs and is charged with advancing the deployment of cross-cutting technologies to improve our Nation’s transportation system. As directed by Congress in its founding legislation, RITA leads DOT in:
* Coordinating, facilitating and reviewing the Department’s research and development programs and activities;
* Advancing innovative technologies, including intelligent transportation systems;
* Performing comprehensive transportation statistics research, analysis and reporting; and
* Providing education and training in transportation and transportation-related fields.