Bill > S02141

This bill amends the New York Public Authorities Law to prohibit the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) from creating any rules that would penalize students for using their school-issued MetroCard during times when school is not in session. Specifically, the bill prevents the MTA and its subsidiary corporations from implementing regulations that would restrict or punish students for using their transportation fare media (such as student MetroCards) on days like weekends, holidays, summer breaks, or other non-school days. This means students would have the freedom to use their MTA-issued student transit cards without facing any negative consequences, such as card suspension or financial penalties, even when they are not actively attending school. The bill is designed to provide more flexibility and fairness for students in their use of public transportation, ensuring that their ability to travel is not unnecessarily limited by restrictive MTA policies. The legislation would take effect immediately upon enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2141