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This bill requires transit operators in California to establish a streamlined recertification process for paratransit service users with permanent disabilities by January 1, 2027. The bill defines "eligible persons" as individuals with disabilities that are not expected to improve, and whose ability to use fixed-route transit systems will likely remain unchanged. The recertification process must be simple, using methods like telephone interviews, mail-in forms, teleconferences, or online surveys, and will only collect basic verification information such as contact details, mobility device updates, and disability status. Transit operators must require eligible persons to complete this recertification process once every five years, with the option for individuals to request recertification at any time. Starting June 1, 2027, transit operators can only use this streamlined process unless specific conditions exist, such as potential eligibility expansion, temporary eligibility, service changes, or significant address changes that might affect paratransit service access. The bill is part of the Mills-Alquist-Deddeh Act, which governs transportation funding, and includes provisions for state reimbursement if the implementation creates additional costs for local agencies. The goal is to simplify the recertification process for individuals with permanent disabilities while maintaining an efficient and responsive paratransit service system.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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