Directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to establish a no fare program for certain active duty, reserves, retired armed forces members.
The bill 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 these systems for active duty, reserves, retired armed forces members, firefighters, and police officers. The program aims to increase protection and improve safety for commuters. Eligible participants must register with the transportation authorities, indicating their regular working hours and the specific services they expect to use.
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