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Transit Workforce Development Act

Introduced
Apr 16, 2026
Cosponsors
22
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 16, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes programs to recruit and train workers for transit agencies, and requires the Department of Transportation to develop a transit workforce development plan. Funds grants to support transit workforce development initiatives.

Sponsored By

Frederica S. Wilson
Democrat · Florida · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 16, 2026
  3. Apr 16, 2026You Are Here

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

  4. TBD

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

  5. TBD

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

  6. TBD

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

Why It Matters

This bill affects transit agencies and their workers, by providing funding and programs to support workforce development and training. It also impacts individuals seeking jobs in the transit industry, by creating more opportunities for recruitment and career advancement.

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
23backers
  • Democratic23
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (22)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure
IntroducedApr 16, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 16, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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.