Where to Find ITS JPO at ITS America Conference & Expo 2026
Attendees at the ITS America Conference & Expo (ITSA) in Detroit, Mich., June 9–12, 2026, will have many opportunities to learn about ITS JPO activities. Featured speakers will include:
- Justin Anderson, "From Concept to Curbside: Insights from the V2X Accelerator Deployments on the Road to Interoperability," Tuesday, June 9 at 1 p.m.
- Elina Zlotchenko, "Paving the Path to the Complete Trip: Next-Generation Mobility, Accessibility, and the Road Ahead," Tuesday, June 9 at 2:30 p.m.
- Hyungjun Park, "Beyond Line of Sight - Harmonizing Connectivity and Automation in Autonomous Freight," Thursday, June 11 at 10:30 a.m.
- Lisa Randall, "Bridging the Gap: USDOT Resources for Trustworthy AI Implementations," Thursday, June 11 at 1 p.m.
- Justin Anderson, "A Digital Seatbelt: Interoperable V2X Traveler Information Messages," Friday, June 12 at 1 p.m.
Engage with the Leaders
Booth 4031
Artificial Intelligence Deployment Center of Excellence (AI COE)
Office Hours
| Wednesday, June 10 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM |
| Thursday, June 11 | 10:30 - 11:30 AM |
Booth 4031
Topic Hours
Thursday, June 11
| 1:00 - 2:00 PM | Accelerating V2X Deployment JD Schneeberger, ITS JPO Govind Vadakpat, FHWA Usman Ali, FHWA |
| 2:00 - 3:00 PM | Connected Automated Vehicles Hyungjun Park, ITS JPO Justin Anderson, ITS JPO J.D. Schneeberger ITS JPO |
| 3:00 - 4:00 PM | AI Transportation Solutions Lisa Randall, ITS JPO Bob Sheehan, FHWA |
Complete Schedule of US DOT Activities
| Time | Room | Event Name | USDOT Representative |
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| Tuesday, June 9 | |||
| 1-2pm | 330A | SIS68: From Concept to Curbside: Insights from the V2X Accelerator Deployments On the Road to Interoperability |
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| 2:30-3:30pm | 330A | SIS71: Paving the Path to the Complete Trip: Next-Generation Mobility, Accessibility, and the Road Ahead |
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| 4-5pm | 330A | SIS13: Six Steps to Working with Partners to Advance State DOT CAV Programs |
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| Wednesday, June 10 | |||
| 8:30-10am | Ballroom A | Plenary Session: Transforming Transportation: 35 Years of ITS - Connecting the Past and Future |
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| 10:30-11:30am | 330A | SIS22: Data Exchange and its Role in the Larger Digital Infrastructure System |
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| 10:30-11:30am | 321 | SIS69: Beyond Connectivity: Bridging the Divide Between Day One V2X and Cooperative Driving Automation |
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| 10:30-12pm | 330B | AI Benchmarking for Transportation Workshop: Moving from Strategy to Readiness |
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| 1-2pm | 321 | SIS42: Breaking Borders: Accelerating Innovation Through Collaboration |
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| 4-5pm | Theater 1, Booth #1076, Exhibit Hall Floor | SIS36: Digitally Testing Tomorrow's Mobility: From Virtual Roads to Real Results |
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| Thursday, June 11 | |||
| 10:30-11:30am | 330A | SIS55: Beyond Line of Sight – Harmonizing Connectivity and Automation in Autonomous Freight |
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| 10:30-12pm | 330B | Lessons Learned from SMART Program Grantees |
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| 1-2pm | 330A | SIS70: Bridging the Gap: USDOT Resources for Trustworthy AI Implementations |
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| 1-3:30pm | 330B | Connectivity: The Path Forward |
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| 2:30-3:30PM | 310A | SIS61: Empowering Interoperable V2X Deployments: Open-Source Tools for Scalable, Standards-Compliant Connected Transportation |
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| 2:30-3:30PM | 330A | SIS72: Unified Corridors, Diverse Capabilities: Practical Strategies for Interstate Data Exchange |
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| Friday, June 12 | |||
| 1-2pm | 310A | SIS63: A Digital Seatbelt: Interoperable V2X Traveler Information Messages |
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Visit the ITS JPO Booth
While you are at the conference, be sure to stop by the ITS JPO booth (#4031) in the exhibit hall. ITS JPO program managers will be on hand to discuss current initiatives, especially those related to AI and V2X technology. Keep an eye on our social media for announcements regarding the hours when certain staff will be available!
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