Grants for Public Transit to Boost Access to Colleges and Head Start Programs.
This bill establishes a new grant program for public transit providers to improve bus and rail connections to higher education institutions and Head Start centers for young children. The goal is to help students and low-income families access classes and educational programs by adding new routes, stops, and adjusting schedules. A total of $30 million is set aside for this purpose between 2027 and 2031.
Key points
New federal grants fund the expansion and adjustment of public transit (bus, rail, paratransit) to better serve students and families using Head Start programs.
Priority is given to partnerships serving institutions where over 25% of students receive Federal Pell Grants, focusing resources on low-income communities.
A total of $30 million is allocated from fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to improve transportation links to educational facilities.
Status:
Introduced
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