One Seat Ride Act

# One Seat Ride Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The One Seat Ride Act would require the Department of Transportation to study the benefits and challenges of commuter rail services that don't require passengers to transfer between trains. The study would examine economic impacts, practical logistics, and quality of life improvements. It would specifically focus on whether single-seat rides on New Jersey Transit's Raritan Valley line during rush hours are feasible and what effects they might have on other transit lines in the state. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill primarily affects New Jersey commuters who use the Raritan Valley rail line, as well as the broader New Jersey Transit system.

More broadly, the findings could inform commuter rail policy nationwide. Currently, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been assigned to the relevant House committee for review and discussion but has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.