To eliminate transportation barriers and ensure voter access, the tri-county region’s three transit agencies – CATA, EATRAN and Clinton Transit – are offering systemwide free rides for the May 5 special election.  

Beginning March 26, free transportation is available for tri-county residents to register to vote, return absentee ballots at drop boxes, participate in early voting and cast their ballot on Election Day. Riders must let the driver know if they are going to register or vote when boarding. No ID is required for a free ride. 

For voting information, including sample ballots, polling sites and ballot box locations, visit the Michigan Voter Information Center website or check your local city, township or county website. 

CATA Rydz customers can redeem promo code FreeRydz2026MayElection for one free round-trip ride, March 26 through May 5, to access registration and voting locations. Zone restrictions apply. 

Trips on CATA’s Spec-Tran and Rural Service must be scheduled by 5 p.m. the day before a ride is needed, as same-day rides are not available for these services. CATA also recommends scheduling all Redi-Ride trips at least one day in advance. Demand-response rides can be arranged by calling 517-394-2282. Spec-Tran trips can also be scheduled online at myspectran.cata.org or through the MyRideCATA app. 

EATRAN riders must reserve their free trips to qualifying locations one day in advance by calling 517-543-4087 no later than 5 p.m.  

Clinton Transit voters should call 989-224-8127 or use the Clinton Transit mobile app to schedule a ride at least a day in advance. Scheduling hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 

Visit CATA's Voting webpage, EATRAN's website or Clinton Transit's website for additional information regarding free rides.