Rhode Island H8256 authorizes a $5,000,000 appropriation to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority for service continuation, hiring, training, and.

Rhode Island H8256 authorizes the appropriation of five million dollars to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority. This funding will support the continuation of current transit services, the hiring and training of additional bus operators, and the implementation of the state's Act on Climate goals. The resolution highlights the importance of public transportation in building communities, creating jobs, and promoting a cleaner environment. It also addresses the need to counteract workforce shortages by making wages and benefits competitive.

Rhode Island H8256 authorizes a $5,000,000 appropriation to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority for service continuation, hiring, training, and.

Rhode Island H8256 authorizes the appropriation of five million dollars to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority. This funding will support the continuation of current transit services, the hiring and training of additional bus operators, and the implementation of the state's Act on Climate goals. The resolution highlights the importance of public transportation in building communities, creating jobs, and promoting a cleaner environment. It also addresses the need to counteract workforce shortages by making wages and benefits competitive.