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Bill > A00095
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Introduced
01/08/2025
01/08/2025
In Committee
01/08/2025
01/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public authorities law, in relation to a half fare rate program in the metropolitan transportation authority for veterans
AI Summary
This bill directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to establish a half-fare rate program specifically for veterans, with important stipulations about implementation and eligibility. Under the proposed law, veterans who are New York state residents and have an authorized veteran identification card can receive reduced transit fares, but the MTA cannot use its own operating or capital budgets to fund this program. Instead, the half-fare program must be supported by state-appropriated funds. The bill defines a "veteran" as a member of the United States armed forces who was honorably discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable, ensuring that only those with an honorable service record would qualify for the reduced fare. By specifying that the program relies on separate state funding, the bill aims to provide a benefit to veterans without imposing financial strain on the MTA's existing budget. The legislation would take effect immediately upon passage.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (35)
Jeffrey Dinowitz (D)*,
Khaleel Anderson (D),
Michael Benedetto (D),
Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn (D),
Karl Brabenec (R),
Ed Braunstein (D),
Lester Chang (R),
William Colton (D),
Vivian Cook (D),
Catalina Cruz (D),
Manny De Los Santos (D),
Joe DeStefano (R),
Michael Durso (R),
Harvey Epstein (D),
Charles Fall (D),
Andrew Hevesi (D),
Pamela Hunter (D),
Ron Kim (D),
Brian Manktelow (R),
Dave McDonough (R),
John Mikulin (R),
Steve Otis (D),
Amy Paulin (D),
Ed Ra (R),
Steven Raga (D),
Phil Ramos (D),
Mike Reilly (R),
Karines Reyes (D),
Linda Rosenthal (D),
Rebecca Seawright (D),
Doug Smith (R),
Steve Stern (D),
Al Taylor (D),
Clyde Vanel (D),
David Weprin (D),
Last Action
referred to corporations, authorities and commissions (on 01/08/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A95 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A00095&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A00095 |
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