TUCSON – Electric buses may be coming soon to Tucson.

Thanks to a $2.6 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced the grant Friday, as part $84.9 million in grant money going to several cities, including Tucson.

The grant, according to Chao, will go to help Tucson’s local transit agency with the purchase of electric buses with dedicated charging stations.

In addition, the funds will also provide for the maintenance, first responder training and technology.

“These grants will help communities nationwide bring the next generation of bus technology to enhance their transportation system,” said Secretary Elaine L. Chao.

The money will go to funding for the purchase of buses powered by modern and efficient technologies, transportation officials said.

“Since its establishment, FTA’s Low-No program has funded over $300 million in new buses, infrastructure, and training, helping create and maintain American jobs in a fast-growing industry,” said FTA Acting Administrator K. Jane Williams.