Bill > HR68

This resolution directs the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a comprehensive study on mass or public transit in Pennsylvania's rural communities, recognizing the critical importance of transportation for economic, social, and environmental well-being. The study will assess existing transportation infrastructure, identify rural residents' transportation needs and challenges, evaluate various transit options like bus services and ride-sharing programs, examine successful models from other states, and engage with local stakeholders and experts. The resolution specifically requires the committee to explore factors such as employment, education, healthcare access, and essential services, while developing recommendations that consider cost-effectiveness, environmental impact, and long-term sustainability. The Legislative Budget and Finance Committee must prepare and submit a detailed report of its findings to the House of Representatives within 12 months of the resolution's adoption, with the ultimate goal of improving transportation options and quality of life for residents in rural Pennsylvania communities.