What does Preamble of National Transit Frontline Workforce Training Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a transit workforce center, and for other purposes,' aims to amend Title 49 of the United States Code. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to establish a transit workforce center.

What does SHORT TITLE. of National Transit Frontline Workforce Training Act do?

This bill is formally titled the National Transit Frontline Workforce Training Act.

What does TRANSIT WORKFORCE CENTER. of National Transit Frontline Workforce Training Act do?

This section amends title 49, United States Code, to establish a Transit Workforce Center. The Secretary is required to award grants to a qualified nonprofit organization to operate the Center. A qualified nonprofit organization must operate nationally and have experience in workforce development, technical assistance, and outreach related to public transportation. The Center's mission is to support the recruitment, hiring, training, and retention of skilled frontline public transportation workers. The Center's duties include developing training programs, disseminating educational materials, conducting data analytics, and providing technical assistance. The Center will collaborate with the Federal Transit Administration, public transportation providers, and relevant associations.

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National Transit Frontline Workforce Training Act

Last updated: 3/24/2026 · Introduced: 3/24/2026

Author: Chris Van Hollen (D-MD)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a National Transit Workforce Center to support the recruitment, training, and retention of frontline public transportation workers.
The Department of Transportation will award grants to a qualified nonprofit organization to operate the Center nationally.
The Center will develop training programs, provide technical assistance, and conduct data analytics to improve the public transportation workforce.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 8068(In Committee)Official page

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