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Knowledge Base Article - The NTD Validation Process and Clearing Issues

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The NTD Validation Process and Clearing Issues.pdf (257.64 KB)

This guide provides an overview of how National Transit Database (NTD) system users navigate their annual report package to save data and address validation issues. It also provides the standardized timelines for report revisions and closeout deadlines. 

Last updated: Wednesday, September 16, 2026