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This bill, known as the Rapid Intervention and Deterrence for Enhanced Rider Safety (RIDER Safety) Act, amends Title 49 of the United States Code to expand eligibility for crime prevention and security grants to include transit support specialists. The bill defines transit support specialists as unarmed personnel who provide security and assistance in transit systems, with responsibilities that include monitoring stations and vehicles, helping riders and personnel, assisting with medical emergencies, deterring disruptive behavior, reporting suspicious activities, handling minor conflicts, and performing crisis intervention. Specifically, the bill allows public transportation systems to receive operational grants for these specialists, notwithstanding previous funding restrictions. The goal is to enhance rider safety by creating a visible, proactive presence in transit systems that can help prevent incidents and reduce the burden on law enforcement by addressing minor conflicts and potential security risks through alternative intervention methods.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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