House Resolution 190 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Paul W. LeeRepresentative

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Statewide Workforce Transportation Needs Assessment; completion supported

Summary

A House resolution expressing support for completing Alabama's statewide workforce transportation needs assessment to identify transportation barriers and guide future investments.

What This Bill Does

It acknowledges the importance of reliable transportation for work and notes that a statewide needs assessment is required by law but has not been completed due to funding gaps. The resolution endorses conducting the assessment and using its data to inform transportation and workforce investment decisions. It also encourages collaboration among state agencies, employers, transit providers, workforce organizations, and local leaders to ensure the assessment reflects diverse community needs.

Who It Affects

• Low-income individuals, rural residents, older adults, and individuals with disabilities who face transportation barriers that affect job access and advancement.
• Employers in Alabama who rely on transportation to hire and retain workers and may be influenced by the assessment's findings.
• Transit providers and state agencies involved in planning and delivering transportation services.
• Local leaders, workforce organizations, and community partners involved in implementing transportation and workforce solutions.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: Supports the conducting of a statewide transportation needs assessment as required by existing state law to identify barriers and unmet needs.
• Provision 2: Aims to provide a data-driven foundation for future transportation and workforce investments by informing policy and funding decisions.
• Provision 3: Encourages collaboration among state agencies, employers, transit providers, workforce organizations, and local leaders to reflect the diverse needs of Alabama's communities and workforce.
• Provision 4: Emphasizes that the assessment should strengthen Alabama's labor force and economic competitiveness by guiding resource allocation.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 26, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions