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This bill, known as the "HOV Lanes for Heroes Act," would amend existing transportation law to allow certain disabled veterans to use High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes, including toll lanes, under specific conditions. A disabled veteran would qualify to use these lanes if they have a license plate, registered transponder, or other identification method that clearly shows their status. The definition of a disabled veteran is a person who the Secretary of Veterans Affairs has determined has a service-connected disability rated at or above a percentage set by the public transportation authority. The bill specifically allows a single disabled veteran to use HOV lanes, even if the standard occupancy requirements typically require multiple passengers. Additionally, the legislation stipulates that public authorities may not charge tolls for disabled veterans using these lanes. This provision aims to provide a transportation benefit to veterans with service-connected disabilities, potentially making travel easier and more convenient for those who have served the country and experienced disability as a result of their military service.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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