Bill > A05784

This bill amends the public authorities law to establish a no-fare transportation program on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) for duly enrolled auxiliary police members in Nassau County and its villages and cities. The program aims to improve safety and protection for LIRR commuters by providing free transit to auxiliary police personnel. To implement this program, the LIRR and transportation authority will be required to develop administrative procedures, including mandatory registration for auxiliary police members who want to use the free transit. During registration, these members will need to provide their regular working hours and expected train routes. The authority and LIRR will also have the flexibility to create additional guidelines to support the program's goals. The bill will go into effect 30 days after becoming law, providing a short transition period for the LIRR and transportation authority to set up the necessary registration and verification processes.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5784