Funding for Wisconsin Senior and Disabled Transportation Announced

Thursday, December 29th, 2022 -- 9:01 AM

(Ted Ehlen, WRN) Several Wisconsin agencies providing transportation for seniors and the disabled in rural areas will partake in over $5 million in state and federal funds next year.

Governor Tony Evers joins with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to announce an increase of funds for the 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program. The funding, which will run for five years beginning in 2023, is enhanced by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law passed in November.

The program awards grants to local public bodies and private, non-profit agencies; and has helped fund the purchase of more than 2,200 vehicles in the state since the 1970’s. A total of 44 agencies in Wisconsin will benefit from the action announced Tuesday.

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