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Committee narrows SB677 as follow‑up to SB79; cities and agencies press for clearer transit definitions
Summary
SB677, a narrowed follow‑up to last year’s SB79, was advanced with the author agreeing to introduce a separate cleanup bill. Local governments and regional agencies urged clearer definitions for commuter‑rail and mapping, and Paramount officials said the cleanup does not yet provide workable implementation guidance.
Sen. Scott Wiener described SB677 as a narrowed follow‑up to SB79 that tightens definitions for commuter rail and high‑frequency commuter service and removes several contested elements, including certain ferry stops, ahead of further work. He told the committee he will introduce a fresh bill to address the remaining items in SB79…
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