Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2025, as "Transit Equity Day".

House Resolution

H.Res. 101

119th Congress

Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2025, as "Transit Equity Day".

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 4, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Joseph D. Morelle

Representative

Democratic

NY-25

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Summary

This resolution supports designating February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day, honoring Rosa Parks and encouraging public transportation use. It calls for continued work to make transit accessible for all people.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution supports designating February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day, honoring Rosa Parks and encouraging public transportation use. It calls for continued work to make transit accessible for all people.

Last updated: 1/5/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution honors the life and legacy of Rosa Parks by nationally recognizing Transit Equity Day. The resolution also encourages the use of public transportation and the continued work to make public transit accessible for all.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day
Honors legacy of Rosa Parks
Encourages use of public transportation
Calls for accessible transit for all
Commemorates Parks on her birthday

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This ceremonial resolution raises awareness about transit equity issues and honors Rosa Parks, who was born on February 4. It encourages communities to reflect on public transportation access and equity.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Public transit

Racial and ethnic relations

U.S. history

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

101, 119th Congress (2025). "Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2025, as "Transit Equity Day".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-101