Map Bus director outlines legislative priorities, $400K–$500K operational analysis and microtransit rollout
Jordan, the new Map Bus director, told the committee he will pursue legislative changes to match FTA urban designations and to raise penalties for assaults on bus drivers, pursue a comprehensive operational analysis estimated at $400,000–$500,000, and launch a microtransit (on‑demand 'flex') service targeted for Jan. 1, 2027.
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Jordan provided a wide‑ranging director update. He said the agency is preparing for the North Dakota legislative session and will press for language aligning the state's urban designation with FTA (50,000+ population) and seek sponsorship for a bill that would classify assault on a bus driver as a felony. "We're gearing up here for, North Dakota legislative session that'll start, in January," Jordan said.
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