The Faster Buses Better Futures Act would create competitive grants for bus network redesigns. Eligible redesigns must aim to double transit ridership within six years and include outreach to affected communities. The bill would also support bus stop shelters, accessibility upgrades at older transit stations, and changes that give buses and other transit vehicles priority on roads. It would set new planning and reporting requirements for transit agencies and transportation authorities.
If enacted, the bill could let transit agencies apply for funding to change bus routes and service, install shelters, and improve access for people with disabilities. It would also let transit providers ask road owners to make changes such as bus lanes and traffic signal priority. The bill does not guarantee that any particular community would receive funding or get these improvements.
The bill authorizes funding for fiscal years 2026 through 2030: $250 billion for bus network redesign grants; $20 billion for other bus grants; $1 billion per year for bus stop shelter grants; $1 billion per year for station accessibility grants; and $200 million per year for Federal Transit Administration staffing and administrative expenses. These are authorized amounts, not a statement that the funds have been appropriated. The bill sets federal shares for some grants, including 80 percent for eligible redesign projects and 90 percent for station accessibility projects.
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