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SD 957

An Act expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jamie Eldridge and 3 co-sponsors

SD 957 - An Act expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers OverviewBill Number: SD 957 Title: An Act expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered

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Bill Summary · SD 957

SD 957 - An Act expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers

Overview

Bill Number: SD 957
Title: An Act expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers
Status: Proposed bill
Introduced: November 29, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this bill is to increase access to commuter transit benefits for employees across the United States. The legislation aims to encourage more employers to offer these benefits, which can help reduce traffic congestion, lower carbon emissions, and provide cost savings for workers who rely on public transportation to get to their jobs.

Key Provisions

  • Requires all employers with 50 or more full-time employees to offer a qualified commuter benefits program
  • Expands the definition of qualified commuter benefits to include a broader range of transit options, such as ridesharing, bikesharing, and micromobility services
  • Increases the maximum monthly tax-free transit benefit from $280 to $400 per employee
  • Provides tax credits to employers to offset the costs of implementing and administering commuter benefit programs
  • Directs the Department of Transportation to establish national standards and guidelines for commuter benefit programs

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Employees at companies with 50+ full-time workers would gain access to expanded commuter transit benefits
  • Employers would be required to offer these benefits, but would receive tax credits to help offset the costs
  • Transit agencies and providers of alternative transportation services could see increased ridership and revenue
  • The general public may benefit from reduced traffic congestion and lower carbon emissions in urban areas

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

SD 957 was introduced in the Senate on November 29, 2025 and has been referred to the Committee on Finance for consideration. If passed by the Senate and House of Representatives, the bill would then be sent to the President for signature into law. The new commuter benefit requirements would take effect 12 months after the bill's enactment, giving employers time to establish their programs.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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