SRTA is governed by bylaws adopted by its Board of Directors, providing a framework under which SRTA functions, as a regional transportation planning and programming agency. 

Additionally, the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC), established under the requirements of the Transportation Development Act (TDA), is governed by a set of bylaws.  The SSTAC serves as an advisory body to SRTA regarding the transit needs of transit dependent and transit disadvantaged persons, including the elderly, handicapped, and persons of limited means.