A 4761: Authorizes funding for on-demand micro transit service under Senior Citizen and Disabled Resident Transportation Assistance Program.
A 4761 status: Introduced — Approved P.L.2026, c.70 (updated Aug 6, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill would provide money to create an "on-demand" ride service (similar to Uber or Lyft) specifically for seniors and people with disabilities. It is currently being reviewed by the state Assembly.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- Encourages shared transportation models potentially reducing single-occupancy vehicle trips
- Improves connectivity to fixed-route public transit systems
Risks
- Potential for increased local vehicle fleet emissions depending on micro-transit vehicle types
Economy
Benefits
- Mandates W-2 employee status for drivers, strengthening worker protections
- Increases flexibility for counties to use existing transit funds for modern, efficient services
Risks
- Potential for increased operating costs for contractors due to W-2 requirement
Society
Benefits
- Expands transportation access for seniors and people with disabilities
- Modernizes language and terminology used in state statutes regarding disability
Risks
- Dependent on individual county administrative capacity to implement new service models
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Analysis status
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The W-2 requirement for drivers may limit the pool of available contract-based operators for some rural counties
Implementation success depends on individual county-level planning and administration
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Introduced
CurrentApproved P.L.2026, c.70.
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