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BillHR 8128 · 119

Same-Day Paratransit Innovation Act

Introduced
Mar 26, 2026
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 27, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires transportation agencies to improve same-day paratransit services, making it easier for people to get rides on short notice. Funds research and development of new technologies to enhance paratransit services.

Sponsored By

Lateefah Simon
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 26, 2026
  2. Mar 27, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects people with disabilities and seniors who rely on paratransit services, potentially giving them more flexibility and convenience in their daily transportation. It also impacts transportation agencies, which would need to update their services and technologies to meet the new requirements.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic
CommitteeCommittee on Highways and Transit
IntroducedMar 26, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 27, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.