HB 2124 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

Declares an intent that the state department of transportation be a leader in public transportation in the state. The department shall play a guiding role in coordinating decentralized public transportation services, increasing connectivity between them, advocating for public transportation as a means to increase corridor efficiency, and increasing the integration of public transportation and the highway system.

Requires the secretary to establish an office of transit mobility to ensure the integration of decentralized public transportation services with the state transportation system. The director of the office must report directly to the secretary.

Creates the regional mobility steering committee.