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H.R. 4719: Freedom to Move Act

The bill titled the Freedom to Move Act aims to support local governments in providing fare-free public transportation services and improving overall public transit accessibility. Here are the key components of the bill:

Purpose

  • To invest in state and local efforts to implement fare-free public transportation.
  • To enhance access to safe and reliable mass transit systems, especially in communities that need it the most.

Grant Program

  • The bill establishes a grant program called Freedom to Move Grants to financially assist eligible local entities in covering revenue losses from eliminating transit fares.
  • Grants will be awarded on a competitive basis and must be distributed within 360 days after the bill's enactment.

Eligibility and Application Process

  • Eligible entities for grants include state and local governments, transit agencies, and certain non-profit organizations focused on public transportation.
  • Entities must provide detailed plans on how they will implement fare-free transit and improve transit service, including:
    • Plans for redesigning bus networks.
    • Collaboration with community stakeholders to support outreach and awareness of fare-free programs.
    • Assessment of transit equity and strategies to address mobility gaps in the current system.
    • Policies for fare evasion enforcement, aiming to eliminate punitive measures for fare evasion.

Funding Duration and Use

  • Grants will be available for a period of five years.
  • Funds can be used to implement fare-free programs and improve public transportation infrastructure, including:
    • Bus stop safety and accessibility improvements.
    • Investments in operational capacity to handle increased ridership.
    • Design and construction of pedestrian and bicycle facilities related to public transport.

Reporting Requirements

  • Entities receiving grants must report on their progress regarding demographic data of the communities they serve, focusing on closing equity gaps in transit access.
  • A report will be required three years after grant funds are released, detailing the effectiveness of the program in meeting its objectives and assessing demographic impacts.

Funding Authorization

  • The bill authorizes $5 billion annually for five years (2026-2030) to support these initiatives.

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Actions

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Date Action
Jul. 23, 2025 Introduced in House
Jul. 23, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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