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Advocates press Appropriations Committee to fund fifth MTA bus division to deliver BeMore bus plan

House Appropriations Committee · March 4, 2026
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Summary

Transit advocates, a bus operator, and regional groups urged support for HB 932 to build a fifth Maryland Transit Administration bus division, arguing existing yards are at capacity and an additional depot is essential to expand frequent service and connect riders to job centers.

Supporters told the Appropriations Committee HB 932 is a critical step for implementing the Bmore Bus frequent‑service plan in the Baltimore region. Delegate Robin Lewis and transportation advocates said the Maryland Transit Administration’s four existing bus divisions are full and that a fifth division is…

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