Requires the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a family fare ticket policy for minors aged twelve through seventeen.
Impact
The implementation of this bill is expected to significantly impact the public authorities law as it adds a new section specifically focused on youth fare policies. This law aims to promote public transportation usage among minors, potentially leading to an increase in ridership during off-peak hours when discounted fares may be especially appealing. Furthermore, the policy could enhance connectivity for adolescents to community resources, educational institutions, and extracurricular activities, encouraging greater independence and mobility among youths.
Summary
Bill S08508 proposes the establishment of a family fare ticket policy by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) for minors aged twelve to seventeen. The bill mandates that the MTA develop and implement this policy to ensure that minors can access discounted fares on transportation services offered by the authority. Notably, the bill clarifies that the presence of a parent or guardian is not required for minors to benefit from these discounts, thereby making transportation more accessible for a wider group of young individuals.
Contention
While S08508 has the potential to benefit young commuters, there may be discussions regarding the financial implications for the MTA and taxpayers. Concerns could arise over how these discounted fares will affect the authority's overall revenue, especially if the uptake of the family fare proves to be high. Additionally, stakeholders might debate the effectiveness of targeting such discounts, evaluating whether this policy adequately addresses broader issues of public transportation accessibility and affordability for all demographics.
Directs the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a city university of New York student fare program for trains and buses which provides a full fare reduction for five train and/or bus fares each weekday equal to the standard pay-per-ride fare.
Directs the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a city university of New York student fare program for trains and buses which provides a full fare reduction for five train and/or bus fares each weekday equal to the standard pay-per-ride fare.
Requires the metropolitan transit authority establish a thirty-day fare cap program which provides customers an unlimited pass for the month after paying a set amount of fares.
Requires the metropolitan transit authority establish a thirty-day fare cap program which provides customers an unlimited pass for the month after paying a set amount of fares.
Directs the metropolitan transportation authority, in consultation with the Long Island Rail Road, the New York city transit authority, and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company, to establish a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road, the New York city transit authority, and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company for certain active duty, reserves, retired armed forces members, firefighters, and police officers.