Creates a new program to help local public transit systems improve service.
This bill would set aside $20 billion each year to help cities, states, and tribal communities pay for public transportation operating costs. It would allow transit agencies to improve service, add routes, and make rides more reliable, especially in underserved areas. It also increases federal support for rural public transit.
Today, federal funding for public transit mainly supports capital projects like buying new buses or building infrastructure, with less direct support for day-to-day operating costs. Also, the federal share for rural transit operating assistance is capped at 50%. After this bill, a new program would provide $20 billion annually specifically for public transit operating costs, allowing agencies to directly improve service. The federal share for rural transit operating costs would also increase to 80%.
HR 3449 · 119th Congress · May 15, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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