This form provides a basic overview of the legal requirements and responsibilities of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) recipients under Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) 49 Part (§) 26 for purposes of Regional Civil Rights Officer (RCRO) review. This document is not intended to provide a comprehensive explanation of all requirements and responsibilities of FTA recipients related to DBE, nor is it intended to replace DBE guidance issued by the US Department of Transportation (DOT). Further DOT and FTA guidance can be found on our websites and in 49 C.F.R. § 26 not intended to replace the DBE guidance issued by the US Department of Transportation. This form highlights the major sections of 49 C.F.R. § 26. Recipients should consider each of the topics in preparing their DBE program documents.