Bill > A05938

This bill establishes a no-fare transportation program for duly enrolled auxiliary police members in New York City, Nassau County, and Suffolk County, allowing them to ride for free on the New York City Transit Authority, Long Island Rail Road, and Metro-North Commuter Railroad. The program aims to enhance protection and safety for commuters and requires participating auxiliary police members to register with these transit systems, providing details such as their regular working hours and expected train routes. The transit authorities have the discretion to implement registration and re-validation processes, and they can consider additional administrative measures to effectively manage the program. The bill requires the transit authorities to consult with each other in establishing this no-fare program, and it will go into effect 30 days after becoming law. Auxiliary police, who are typically volunteer law enforcement support personnel, will benefit from this free transportation, potentially improving their ability to provide security and assistance in public transit systems.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5938