Vermont S0257 amends the definition of nonprofit public transit systems and requires governing boards to be appointed by municipalities.

Vermont S0257 amends the definition of nonprofit public transit systems to include a majority of governing board members appointed by the legislative bodies of the municipalities served. It also mandates that the Agency of Transportation ensures compliance with state and federal laws for all nonprofit public transit systems in Vermont. The bill requires nonprofit public transit systems to amend their bylaws to comply with these changes by July 31, 2026, and file the amended bylaws with the House and Senate Committees on Transportation by November 15, 2026.

Vermont S0257 amends the definition of nonprofit public transit systems and requires governing boards to be appointed by municipalities.

Vermont S0257 amends the definition of nonprofit public transit systems to include a majority of governing board members appointed by the legislative bodies of the municipalities served. It also mandates that the Agency of Transportation ensures compliance with state and federal laws for all nonprofit public transit systems in Vermont. The bill requires nonprofit public transit systems to amend their bylaws to comply with these changes by July 31, 2026, and file the amended bylaws with the House and Senate Committees on Transportation by November 15, 2026.