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NY S06875
NY S06875Requires the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, in consultation with the New York city transit authority, the Long Island Rail Road and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company, to allow riders travelling within the limits of the city of New York to pay a fare for commuter rail service equal to that of a MetroCard ride and for such riders to make free transfers.
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Introduced
03/25/2025
03/25/2025
In Committee
03/25/2025
03/25/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public authorities law, in relation to special powers of the authority
AI Summary
This bill requires the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), in consultation with the New York City Transit Authority, Long Island Rail Road, and Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company, to modify commuter rail services within New York City. Specifically, the bill mandates that riders traveling within the city's limits will be able to pay a commuter rail fare equivalent to a MetroCard ride (which is used on NYC subways and buses) and will be permitted to make free transfers between commuter rail services and New York City transit subways and buses. A MetroCard is a payment method used by the New York City Transit Authority for public transportation, and this bill aims to create more integrated and affordable transit options for city residents by aligning commuter rail fares and transfer policies with those of the city's existing public transit system. The legislation would take effect immediately upon passage.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION (on 03/25/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6875 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S06875&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S06875 |
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