This bill mandates that owners or operators of certain transportation services, including ferries and autobuses, develop and publish route schedules. Specifically, it requires ferry operators to post a visible route schedule and table of rates at the passenger entrance and on their website. Additionally, the bill stipulates that if there are any changes to the route schedules or rates, these must be updated within 30 days. The New Jersey Transit Corporation, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and the Delaware River Port Authority are also required to create and publish route schedules for their respective services, ensuring that these schedules are accessible at transportation facilities and on their websites.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the Governor to enter into supplemental agreements with New York and Pennsylvania regarding the operation of transportation services across state lines. It emphasizes the importance of timely updates to route schedules and penalties for non-compliance, ensuring that passengers have access to accurate and current information. The bill aims to enhance transparency and reliability in public transportation services across New Jersey and its neighboring states.

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Introduced: 56:16-2