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NY A02407

NY A02407
Directs the metropolitan transportation authority, in consultation with the Long Island Rail Road, to establish a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road for individuals in active military service of the United States and active duty members of the New York national guard, upon showing a military or national guard identification card.


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Introduced
01/16/2025
In Committee
01/16/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public authorities law, in relation to establishing a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road for individuals in active military service of the United States and active duty members of the New York national guard

AI Summary

This bill amends the public authorities law to establish a no-fare transportation program on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) for active military service members of the United States and active duty members of the New York National Guard. Specifically, the bill requires the metropolitan transportation authority, in consultation with the LIRR, to create a program that allows these military personnel to ride the LIRR for free. To qualify, individuals must show a valid military-issued or New York National Guard-issued identification card. The bill clarifies that the terms "active military service," "New York national guard," "military," and "active duty" will be defined according to section one of the military law. The legislation will take effect 120 days after becoming law, with the authority to prepare necessary rules and regulations immediately upon passage. This bill aims to provide transportation benefits to those currently serving in the military, recognizing their service by offering free rail transportation.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

referred to corporations, authorities and commissions (on 01/16/2025)

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