Report: The Role of Zero-Fare Transit in Advancing Health and Justice in Richmond
RVA Rapid Transit released a report highlighting the ongoing impact of zero-fare transit on health and equity throughout the Richmond region.
Report: Cooling the Commute – Tackling Heat in the Richmond Region’s Nine Localities
RVA Rapid Transit released a report highlighting the challenges transit riders face due to extreme heat and offers practical, community-driven solutions to create safer, more comfortable transit experiences for all.
New Laws: Better Bus Stops to Increase Ridership
On July 1st, all bills from the 2024 General Assembly session became law in Virginia, including one that streamlines the process for improving bus stops. This law allows local building officials to review and approve plans for bus shelters, benches, and sidewalks.
Transportation Equity Dashboard
TransitCenter recently updated their Transportation Equity Dashboard, a tool which tracks how well transit connects people to opportunities in the seven regions with the largest transit systems, including Washington, D.C..
First Draft of Transportation’s Six-Year Improvement Program Plan
The Virginia Department of Transportation and Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation recently shared their Six-Year Improvement Program (SYIP) draft plans with the Commonwealth Transportation Board.
Bill of the Day: Better Bus Stops
Virginia must continue to invest in transportation infrastructure to provide Virginians with a comfortable, convenient, and safe access to public transit.
Report: Virginia Passenger Rail
A comprehensive examination of the current state of passenger rail in Virginia and a roadmap for its expansion and enhancement.
DASH Free Fares Program Annual Report
In the first year of the public transit free fares program, DASH saw tremendous success by nearly every performance metric.
Land Use & Transportation Policy: 2023 General Assembly Review
Policies to defend Clean Car Standards, make streets safer for people who walk and bike, and support public transit funding.