### Question
How is the "designated public transportation" defined?


### Answer
The term **designated public transportation** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 12141* as follows -

> transportation (other than public school transportation) by bus, rail, or any other conveyance (other than transportation by aircraft or intercity or commuter rail transportation (as defined in section 12161 of this title)) that provides the general public with general or special service (including charter service) on a regular and continuing basis

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 12141*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 126-EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES > SUBCHAPTER II-PUBLIC SERVICES > Part B-Actions Applicable to Public Transportation Provided by Public Entities Considered Discriminatory > subpart i-public transportation other than by aircraft or certain rail operations**

