Transit Access for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Official: Transit Captions Innovations Act

IntroducedMay 29, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill aims to enhance public transportation for deaf, hard of hearing, and limited English proficient individuals by funding technology that provides real-time transcription and translation services.

If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speak limited English, public transit could become much easier to navigate.

Affects: This bill affects deaf, hard of hearing, and limited English proficient individuals who use public transportation.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to provide grants for new technology. 2. The technology will offer real-time transcription and translation services. 3. These services aim to improve transit experiences for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. 4. The bill also supports limited English proficient individuals in transit settings. 5. Funding is allocated for these projects over the next several years.

Who is affected?

This bill affects deaf, hard of hearing, and limited English proficient individuals who use public transportation.