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NY A01770
Establishes a discount fare rate of no less than 25% for full-time undergraduate students attending an accredited college who utilize the New York city transit system, including railroad, subway and/or omnibus services.
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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public authorities law, in relation to rates of fare on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority
AI Summary
This bill requires the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to establish a mandatory discount fare program for full-time undergraduate students attending accredited colleges, providing a minimum 25% reduction on their regular transit fares. The discount would apply across all MTA transportation services, including railroads, subways, and omnibus (bus) services, and would be valid during all operating hours without any time restrictions. The bill mandates that the MTA chairman create and implement the necessary rules and regulations to put this discount program into effect, ensuring that eligible students receive significant financial relief when using New York City's public transit system. The bill is set to take effect on the first day of January following its passage into law, which would help make transportation more affordable for college students in the region.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (18)
Keith Brown (R)*,
William Colton (D)*,
Jo Anne Simon (D)*,
Vivian Cook (D),
Catalina Cruz (D),
Joe DeStefano (R),
Harvey Epstein (D),
Alicia Hyndman (D),
Brian Maher (R),
Dave McDonough (R),
Brian Miller (R),
Steve Otis (D),
Karines Reyes (D),
Jon Rivera (D),
Nader Sayegh (D),
Rebecca Seawright (D),
Phara Souffrant Forrest (D),
Latrice Walker (D),
Last Action
referred to corporations, authorities and commissions (on 01/14/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1770 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A01770&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A01770 |
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