Bill · H.R. 5024· House(119-HR-5024)

Transit Funding Flexibility Act

Age: 40 years

New York

Introduced: 8/22/2025
Last activity: 8/23/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Sponsored by: Michael Lawler
Cosponsors: - 9 - 0

Transportation and Public Works

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the ``Transit Funding Flexibility Act,'' aims to amend title 49 of the United States Code. It focuses on changing how urbanized area formula grant funds can be used. Specifically, it seeks to allow recipients to use these funds for the operating costs of equipment and facilities used in public transportation. The bill also establishes new certification and oversight requirements. These changes involve the Secretary's ability to review and reduce funding if certain conditions are not met.

Yes· 3 of 4

Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport?+5
The bill increases flexibility by allowing urbanized area formula grant funds to be used for the operating costs of equipment and facilities used in public transportation.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+4
The bill provides more flexibility for urbanized area formula grant funds to support the operation of public transit equipment and facilities.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2
Increased flexibility for transit operating costs may improve the reliability of public transportation used by low-income households.