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NY S05244
NY S05244Establishes a no fare program for individuals serving as full-time employees of the New York city transit authority, the Long Island Railroad and the Metro-North Commuter railroad company.
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Introduced
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
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 individuals serving as full-time employees of the New York city transit authority, the Long Island Railroad and the Metro-North Commuter railroad company
AI Summary
This bill establishes a no-fare transportation program for full-time employees of three major transportation agencies in New York: the New York City Transit Authority, the Long Island Railroad, and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company. Under this program, these full-time employees will be able to ride these transit systems without paying a fare, provided they show their agency-issued identification card. The legislation requires the transportation authority to work in consultation with these three agencies to implement the no-fare program, which will apply to all systems operated by these transit agencies. The bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law, and during this interim period, the relevant agencies are authorized to develop and prepare any necessary rules or regulations to implement the program. This bill represents a benefit for transit workers, potentially improving job satisfaction and providing a tangible employment perquisite for those who work in public transportation.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION (on 02/20/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5244 |
BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S05244&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S05244 |
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