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This bill aims to improve transit accessibility for deaf, hard of hearing, and limited English proficient individuals by creating a grant program for innovative real-time transcription and translation technology. Specifically, the bill modifies existing transportation law to add a new category of eligible projects that focus on deploying technology to enhance the rider experience for these populations. The bill authorizes funding for this initiative, allocating increasing amounts from $4 million in fiscal year 2027 to $4.4 million in fiscal year 2031, which will be available for projects that implement real-time transcription and translation technologies in public transit systems. By amending sections of Title 49 of the United States Code, the bill seeks to support technological innovations that can help break down communication barriers for transit riders with hearing impairments or language limitations, ultimately making public transportation more inclusive and accessible.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3648/all-info