Bill > A06646

This bill directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA) to create new weekly and monthly ticket options that will allow optional, discounted transfers between different transit systems. Specifically, the bill mandates the development of tickets that enable passengers to transfer between the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) and Metro-North Commuter Railroad to the NYCTA's subway and bus systems, and vice versa. The legislation requires both transit authorities to collaborate in creating these integrated ticketing options, which would provide more flexible and potentially cost-effective travel for commuters who typically use multiple transit systems during their journeys. The new ticket types would allow riders to switch between these transit systems at a reduced rate, potentially making multi-modal commuting more convenient and affordable. The bill is set to take effect 30 days after it becomes law, indicating an intent to implement these new transfer tickets in the near future.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6646