Bill > S05586

This bill requires public notice and hearing prior to any planned "substantial change in service" by a public authority. "Substantial change in service" is defined as any change in frequency of service, change in route, or complete or partial closing of a passenger stop or route. The bill outlines where posters describing the proposed service change must be placed, including on buses and at bus stops, as well as in public libraries and town/city halls in affected areas. The public hearing must be held at least 30 days prior to the proposed service change, and the authority must provide detailed information on the changes at least 30 days before the hearing.