This bill amends the Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program to include funding for on-demand micro transit services. The definition of on-demand micro transit is established as publicly-available, technology-enabled, shared transportation that allows individuals to select their pick-up and drop-off locations via telephone or mobile application, with service provided at their chosen time or as soon as possible thereafter. The bill also clarifies the definitions of "accessible," "disabled resident," and "geographic region," while removing outdated language.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the need for assistance in transportation for senior citizens and disabled residents to access essential services such as employment, education, and medical care. It mandates that the New Jersey Transit Corporation, in collaboration with advisory committees and county representatives, develop program guidelines and conduct public hearings to assess the program's effectiveness. The funding structure is also revised, ensuring that a portion of the revenues from the Casino Revenue Fund is allocated to support these transportation services, with specific percentages designated for eligible counties and program administration.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 27:25-27, 27:25-26, 27:25-28, 27:25-29, 27:25-31, 27:25-32