Directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to establish a free bus fare program for students.
The bill amends the public authorities law to mandate the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to implement a free bus fare program for all full-time undergraduate students enrolled in an associate's or bachelor's program at an accredited college. The program will operate during all hours the authority provides omnibus services, without limitation to off-peak hours. The chairman is tasked with establishing and implementing all necessary rules and regulations to effectuate this program.
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