Business · 01/07/2025Updated: 10/16/2026 · 1 min read

FTA Rescinds Regulation on Transportation for Elderly and Handicapped Persons

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The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has rescinded its regulation on Transportation for Elderly and Handicapped Persons, citing obsolescence and unnecessary requirements.

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