Madden Resolution to Establish Task Force to Address Special Needs Deficit in Transportation

Trenton – The Senate Transportation Committee today passed legislation by Senator Fred Madden which would establish the “Persons with Disabilities and Senior Citizen Transportation Services Task Force” to study and make recommendations concerning ways to improve transportation services for senior citizens and people with disabilities.

The resolution, SJR-17, would require that the established task force consider specific issue areas including but not limited to: transportation obstacles for senior citizens and people with disabilities, improvement in accessible infrastructure and technology and efficient communication of delays and cancellations for public transportation.

“For too long, public transportation has posed obstacles for citizens with disabilities and the elderly. This bill is designed to help address the major issues and ensure accessibility for all New Jerseyans,” said Senator Madden (D-Camden/Gloucester). “The task force will proactively work towards providing solutions and allow for better representation of those in the special needs community.”

The task force would be required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature within 18 months of its establishment.

The resolution was passed by the Senate Transportation Committee by a vote of 7-0.