Members of the Public Transit Caucus stand together at the steps of the Capitol building in Lansing.
LANSING, Mich., June 25, 2025 — Today, the bipartisan, bicameral Public Transit Caucus in the Michigan Legislature held its first meeting of the 2025-26 term. State Reps. Jason Morgan (D-Ann Arbor) and Greg Alexander (R-Carsonville) will serve as co-chairs of the Public Transit Caucus. With members of both political parties and both chambers, the caucus is designed to foster open, productive conversations around Michigan’s long-term transportation strategy and advocate for the inclusion of public transportation in important discussions on road funding.
“As we work through difficult questions of how to fund Michigan’s transportation future, we need to build a strategic, comprehensive plan that addresses the needs of every Michigander,” Morgan said. “A vision of a connected state that recognizes each community’s unique needs is possible with bold ideas, bipartisan collaboration and a common goal of fighting for all our residents — rural and urban. This meeting continues the momentum we built last term, bringing attention to real conversations about what it takes to build a stronger state for our people.”
“This caucus gives us the chance to find common ground and approach Michigan’s transportation challenges with thoughtful, balanced solutions,” Alexander said. “Smart investments and reliable infrastructure are vital to the long-term success of our state, and I’m proud to help lead this effort with colleagues from both parties.”
The caucus continues to draw broad support — boasting 49 members — representing urban, suburban and rural communities across Michigan. The Public Transit Caucus will prioritize forward-looking transportation solutions that strengthen Michigan’s economy, improve quality of life for residents and stabilize funding streams for local bus operators — ensuring that the caucus’ priorities are well-represented in both budget and legislative debates.
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