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Transit district
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A transit district or transit authority is a government agency or a public-benefit corporation created for the purpose of providing public transportation within a specific region.
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A transit district may operate bus, rail or other types of transport including ferry service, or may operate other facilities. In some cases, the transit district may be part of a larger organization such as a state Department of Transportation.