Florida S1254 authorizes the Governor to join a compact for rapid rail transit with Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

Florida S1254 creates a statute authorizing the Governor to execute a compact with Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi to join the Southern Rail Commission. This commission studies the feasibility of rapid rail transit service between these states. The compact establishes the commission, which includes governors and representatives from each state, and outlines its duties, funding, and governance. The compact aims to leverage federal funding for passenger rail initiatives, enhancing economic development and connectivity.

Florida S1254 authorizes the Governor to join a compact for rapid rail transit with Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

Florida S1254 creates a statute authorizing the Governor to execute a compact with Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi to join the Southern Rail Commission. This commission studies the feasibility of rapid rail transit service between these states. The compact establishes the commission, which includes governors and representatives from each state, and outlines its duties, funding, and governance. The compact aims to leverage federal funding for passenger rail initiatives, enhancing economic development and connectivity.