Public transit systems would get federal money to boost safety and prevent crime.
This bill would authorize federal funding to help public transportation systems make rides safer. It would create grants for public transportation systems in urbanized areas to hire more police, contract with local departments, and upgrade security on buses, trains, and at stations. This means more officers and better security features for people who use public transit.
Today, federal law does not offer specific grants for public transportation operating costs related to crime prevention and security in urban areas, nor does it waive certain population requirements for such grants. If this bill passes, the Secretary of Transportation would be able to authorize $50 million in appropriations each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030 for these grants. This would allow transit systems to hire more police, contract with local departments, and upgrade security features.
HR 6298 · 119th Congress · November 25, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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