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House committee advances youth transit bill, adds resident-priority language
Summary
The House Committee on Human Services advanced HB1879 HD1 to create a statewide subsidized youth transit program, with supporters citing improved school attendance, equity and climate benefits. The committee amended the bill to clarify resident youth eligibility and a priority schedule if funds are limited.
A Hawaii House committee on Tuesday moved forward HB1879 HD1, a bill to establish a subsidized youth transit program coordinated between the state Department of Transportation and counties.
The Department of Health voiced support during testimony, with Laura Irvin saying, “The Department of Health supports HB1879 HD1,” and noting that access to transit helps youth meet basic health and educational needs. Advocates and youth groups — including Hawaii Appleseed, the Hawaii State Youth Commission and the Hawaii Youth Transportation Council — urged…
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