Funding Unarmed Specialists to Boost Public Transit Safety and Security.
This act enhances public transit safety by making federal grants available for hiring unarmed transit support specialists, covering operational costs like salaries. These personnel will patrol vehicles and stations, focusing on deterring disruptive behavior, assisting riders, and handling minor conflicts through de-escalation. Citizens can expect a greater sense of security and quicker assistance during their daily commutes, reserving law enforcement for critical emergencies.
Key points
New federal funding is available for public transit systems to hire unarmed safety personnel (Transit Support Specialists) for operational duties.
These specialists will focus on conflict de-escalation, reporting threats, and providing assistance, reserving law enforcement resources for critical or emergency incidents.
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