Legislative Services

The Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP)

The Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) is a funding initiative designed to improve transportation facilities that provide access to, are adjacent to, or are located within federal lands. Managed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the program focuses on public roads, transit systems, and trails that are owned or maintained by non-federal entities like state or local governments. While there is no longer a mandatory match requirement, the program prioritizes projects that access "high-use" recreation sites or serve as "federal economic generators".

Eligibility & Project Types:

• Who Can Apply: Any state, county, local government, or tribe that owns or maintains a public transportation facility providing access to federal lands.
• Preferred Projects: Preference is given to facilities accessing sites with high public visitation or those that increase local economic activity.
• Maintenance & Planning: Maintenance projects (e.g., rehabilitation) are eligible, though maintenance-only work like pothole repair is typically less competitive. Planning and research studies are also eligible for funding.
• In-Kind Contributions: FLAP accepts right-of-way (ROW) acquisition and utility relocation as in-kind contributions, but does not accept labor or equipment.

FHWA will host informational webinars for applicants and FLMAs:

Date: Wednesday March 25, 2026
Time: 1-3 p.m. Mountain Time
FLMA Webinar

Date: Thursday March 26, 2026
Time: 1-3 p.m. Mountain Time
Last updated: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026