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FHWA Organization

Leadership

Photo of Administrator - Sean McMasterAdministrator - Sean McMaster

Sean McMaster is the 22nd Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). He was confirmed by vote in the U.S. Senate on September 18, 2025.

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Photo of Gloria ShepherdExecutive Director - Gloria M. Shepherd

Gloria M. Shepherd is the Executive Director of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).

Gloria Shepherd's biography

 

 

 

 

Photo of Jay PayneChief Counsel - Jay Payne

Jay Payne is Chief Counsel for the Federal Highway Administration.

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Key Personnel

Organization Chart

FHWA organization chart
Effective August 8, 2024

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Last updated: Tuesday, September 23, 2025