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fromStreetsblog
1 day ago

Budget Crunch: Advocates Push Mamdani For Massive Fair Fares Expansion - Streetsblog New York City

Given that Mayor Mamdani won the election with a relentless focus on affordability and by highlighting free buses as a key component, advocates say this is as good a time as ever to seize the momentum and bring free fares to all New Yorkers whose household incomes are 150 percent of the federal poverty level ($15,650 for individuals and $32,150 for a family of four) and half-priced fares to people at 300 percent.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

New transit coalition wants Mayor Mamdani to put pedal to the metal on expanding Fair Fares' benefits, making buses fare-free | amNewYork

Advocates demand doubling New York City's Fair Fares eligibility, free bus and paratransit rides, faster service, and improved accessibility including more elevators and ramps.
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fromGothamist
7 months ago

NYC Council pushes to expand Fair Fares transit discounts to more low-income New Yorkers

Councilmembers urge Mayor Adams to expand Fair Fares eligibility for low-income New Yorkers to improve access to public transportation.
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