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Improving Transportation Access for Individuals with Disabilities

This Act aims to enhance public transportation access for individuals with disabilities. It introduces pilot programs to reduce wait times and allow short stops during trips, making daily errands easier. Additionally, the Act streamlines the complaint process for transportation discrimination and increases funding for services for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Key points
A new pilot program will allow a single 15-minute stop during paratransit trips, making it easier to run errands like grocery shopping or pharmacy visits.
Reporting transportation discrimination complaints is made easier, with options for phone, mail, or online submissions, and providers must inform the public about this.
Increased funding for transportation services for seniors and individuals with disabilities aims to improve their mobility.
New guidelines for accessible sidewalks and shared paths will make public spaces more user-friendly for everyone.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2038
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-06-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disability Access to Transportation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2038.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new pilot program will allow a single 15-minute stop during paratransit trips, making it easier to run errands like grocery shopping or pharmacy visits.
  • Reporting transportation discrimination complaints is made easier, with options for phone, mail, or online submissions, and providers must inform the public about this.
  • Increased funding for transportation services for seniors and individuals with disabilities aims to improve their mobility.
  • New guidelines for accessible sidewalks and shared paths will make public spaces more user-friendly for everyone.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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