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House Transportation committee advances SJ 19 for statewide public-transportation study
Summary
The House Transportation Committee voted 9-5 to pass Senate Joint Resolution 19, which would direct an interim study of passenger transportation and public transit across Montana; proponents said the study could identify models to improve rural connectivity and accessibility.
The House Transportation Committee voted 9-5 to pass Senate Joint Resolution 19, sending the measure to the House floor for second reading. Senator Andrea Olsen, sponsor of the resolution, described SJ 19 as a comprehensive interim study of public transportation meant to identify gaps in service, funding and coordination across the state.
Supporters who testified said the study could help rural Montanans, seniors and people with disabilities remain connected to jobs and health care. "Transportation is one of the biggest barriers facing people in rural Montana," Cassie Wick of Ability Montana told the committee, urging that "people with lived experience be part of this study process" so findings reflect actual needs.…
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