Transit Equality Day or "Transit Equity Day" is a holiday in honor of the civil rights leader Rosa Parks, celebrated in the United States on her birthday, February 4.. Rosa Parks Day was created by a network of Unions, including the Labor Sustainability Network, in 2017. [1] It was first celebrated federally by Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in …

2 days ago · In memory of one of the most recognizable civil rights figures, February 4 Transit Equity Day is celebrated on the birthday of Rosa Parks. Parks helped launch the civil rights movement in 1955 when she refused to give up her seat on a public transit bus.

2 days ago · IV. 119th CONGRESS. 1st Session. H. RES. 101. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. February 4, 2025. Mrs. Foushee submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. RESOLUTION. Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2025, as Transit Equity Day.. Whereas Rosa Parks was an iconic figure in the movements for social justice and ...

6 days ago · The nationwide celebration of Transit Equity Day highlights the vital role public transit plays in the health of the communities it serves. The Maryland Transit Administration encourages riders to use their free ride on February 4 to commute to work or school, doctor’s appointments or for recreation to visit events and exhibits at the ...

1 day ago · Students from Ascot Avenue Elementary School in South L.A. were invited to L.A. Union Station to celebrate Transit Equity Day, and ride an L.A. Metro Rosa Parks-era style bus, on Friday, Feb. 2 ...

3 days ago · Providing equitable access to high quality, reliable and affordable transit service for everyone is a civil right, so in honor of Transit Equity Day, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) will offer free rides on all Metro buses, trains, Metro Bike Share and Metro Micro on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Transit Equity Day is ...

6 days ago · The Connecticut Department of Public Transportation (CTDOT) honors Transit Equity Day 2025 with a commitment to high-quality, accessible public transportation that connects people and communities to jobs, education, health care, and more. Transit Equity Day is observed every February 4, the birthday of late civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks, who helped fight for more equitable transportation.

6 days ago · The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will offer free fares on all County buses on Tuesday, Feb. 4 to recognize Transit Equity Day. Transit Equity Day commemorates the life and legacy of Rosa Parks on her birthday. Free fare will be offered on Ride On, Ride On extRa, Flash and Flex. MCDOT Ride On buses also will display ...

Living wages, benefits, safe working conditions, and union rights for transit workers, including those who manufacture transit equipment, and access to family-sustaining transit jobs and training opportunities for people from underserved communities.

Jan 28, 2025 · The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is announcing that all transit fare will be fare-free in honor of Transit Equity Day, Tuesday, Feb. 4. Transit Equity Day is a nationally recognized day to promote equity and accessibility in public transit. This day serves to honor the legacy of the civil rights activist, Rosa Parks on what would have ...