Bill > HR5230

This bill, called the "Faster Buses Better Futures Act," aims to significantly improve local bus service nationwide to help combat the climate crisis through a comprehensive set of initiatives. The bill establishes a $250 billion grant program to help transit agencies redesign bus networks with the goal of increasing transit ridership by 100% within six years, prioritizing equity by focusing on underserved and low-income communities. Key provisions include creating a Bus Network Redesign Grant program that provides funding for route reconfiguration, service expansion, and infrastructure improvements, with a focus on making transit more accessible and efficient. The bill also mandates new requirements for transit priority measures, requiring public right-of-way owners to collaborate with transit providers to implement changes that make bus routes more reliable, such as dedicated bus lanes, improved intersections, and transit-friendly street designs. Additionally, the legislation includes $1 billion annually for bus stop shelter reimbursement and station accessibility improvements, ensures more comprehensive data collection on transit service, and authorizes $200 million for Federal Transit Administration administrative support to implement these changes. The overarching goal is to transform local bus services to be more frequent, reliable, and equitable, with an explicit focus on addressing climate change and improving transportation access for marginalized communities.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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