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Transit Keeps Students on Track
170,000 Annual Rides
Greater Bridgeport Transit plays a vital role in the daily lives of local students, providing approximately 170,000 rides to Bridgeport public school students every year. For many of these young riders, GBT isn’t just a convenience — it’s their only reliable connection to the classroom and extracurricular activities.
Without this service, countless students would face serious barriers getting to and from school each day. Any reduction in transit service wouldn’t just be an inconvenience; it could mean students missing out on their education entirely.
Funding decision-makers should consider what’s really at stake. For tens of thousands of students the bus isn’t just a ride, it’s the road to the future.
Avoid Drastic Service Cuts
30% Service Cuts
As GBT exhausts the federal pandemic relief funding that currently supports its operations, a substantial budget shortfall is projected in FY 2027 (beginning July 1, 2026). This budget gap will result in devastating service cuts to the community, if new funding is not available to fill GBT’s budget gap.
The state Appropriations Committee has recommended funding for GBT. This budget is being finalized now. Act today — contact your legislators and the Governor’s Office and urge them to support including this funding in the final budget.
Contact your legislator today to support the recommended funding appropriation for GBT.
Let your legislator know how important GBT bus service is to you. If you are a bus rider, a local business, or a resident, please take a minute to fill out this short form. We’ll deliver your submission to your legislator for you.
How to Contact Your Legislator
Here’s where you can find your legislator and share your thoughts>>
Once you find your representative, make sure you click on his or her title to send an email or you can click on your legislator’s name to go to his or her webpage where you can find a phone number to call to share your thoughts.
Passenger Advisory Meeting
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 • 6:30PM
GBT Bus Station • 710 Water Street, Bridgeport
Join us to talk with GBT management, share your ideas, and discuss bus service.
”“Public buses don't just move people from place to place; they move entire communities toward greater possibility.”
―Steven DeMichele, GBT CEO
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