S3978Referred to Committee

Investments in Rural Transit Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-03-03
Introduced
2
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Sponsor

Tina Smith
Tina Smith
Democrat · MN · Senator
Votes with party: 86.3% (818 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (2)

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

2026-03-03

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would provide federal funding and support to improve public transportation systems in rural areas, which currently have limited bus and transit options compared to cities. The money would help rural communities build new transit routes, purchase vehicles, and maintain existing services so that residents without cars can travel for work, medical appointments, and other needs. The legislation aims to address transportation gaps that make it harder for rural Americans to access jobs and services.

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Transportation and Public Works
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