Bill > SB00022

This bill aims to increase funding for the Shore Line East rail service between New Haven and Mystic during the summer months. Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Transportation to allocate sufficient funds from the Special Transportation Fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, to expand rail service on these additional days: every Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and legal holiday from the last Monday in May through the first Monday in September. The purpose of this increased rail service is twofold: to help reduce traffic congestion on Interstate Route 95 and to support tourism along the Connecticut shoreline during the peak summer season. By providing more frequent train service during this period, the bill seeks to offer an alternative transportation option for residents and visitors traveling along the coastal route, potentially alleviating road traffic and supporting local tourism efforts.

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