Omnitrans receives $1 million for electric bus

Omnitrans will receive $1,000,000 in community project funding for its Battery Electric Buses and Installation of Charging Infrastructure project according to an announcement made by Rep. Pete Aguilar (CA-33) earlier this month.

The funding will create jobs, make commutes smoother for residents and improve air quality by allowing Omnitrans to purchase a new zero-emission electric bus and install charging infrastructure on the sbX Green Line, Omnitrans’ rapid bus transit line.

Additionally, Omnitrans will hire and train an apprentice specializing in zero-emissions bus maintenance to help ensure the long-term success of its electric bus fleet.

“As our region grows, it’s crucial that our public transportation system can help people get to where they need to go quickly, efficiently and cleanly,” said Rep. Pete Aguilar in the statement. “I’m proud to deliver $1 million for Omnitrans and the Inland Empire’s air quality by expanding and ensuring the long-term success of their electric bus fleet and charging infrastructure. When we invest in clean transit here in California, we’re creating jobs, promoting a better, healthier, more sustainable future for Californians and ensuring future generations can build their lives here. I’ll keep fighting for more federal resources that help reduce air pollution, strengthen our transportation infrastructure and improve public health so that Inland Empire families can thrive.”