Sen. John Curtis discussed public transit expansion plans as Utah prepares to host millions of visitors for the Salt Lake Temple open house in 2027 and the 2034 Winter Olympics. The state's railways are undergoing major changes to accommodate anticipated crowds.

Curtis emphasized the need for infrastructure investment to handle the influx without overwhelming roads. Transit planners are accelerating timelines for light-rail extensions and increased service frequency on existing lines.

The temple open house alone is expected to draw more than a million visitors over several months. Combined with Olympic preparations, the events are driving the largest transit expansion in Utah's history.