Bill
HB 6746
Overview: HB 6746, AN ACT CONCERNING BUS PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION CHARGES FOR DISABLED VETERANS, was introduced on January 27, 2025 and referred to the Joint Committee on Veterans' an
Overview: HB 6746, AN ACT CONCERNING BUS PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION CHARGES FOR DISABLED VETERANS, was introduced on January 27, 2025 and referred to the Joint Committee on Veterans' and Military Affairs.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to provide free or discounted public bus transportation for disabled veterans within the state. The goal is to improve accessibility and reduce the financial burden for this population, who may have limited mobility or income.
Key Provisions:
- Requires all public bus systems to offer free rides for disabled veterans
- Authorizes the state to provide subsidies to bus operators to offset the cost of providing free rides
- Directs the Department of Transportation to establish a program to verify veteran disability status for the purpose of accessing free bus service
Affected Parties and Impacts: The primary beneficiaries would be disabled veterans, who would gain free access to public bus transportation. Public bus operators may also be impacted, as they would be required to provide the free service, though the state subsidies are intended to offset those costs.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Veterans' and Military Affairs for further consideration. If passed by the committee, it would then move to a full vote in the state legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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