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NY S09292
Bill
Status
2/25/2026
Primary Sponsor
Steven Rhoads
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AI Summary
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Requires the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) to establish a no fare program providing free transportation for active U.S. military service members and active duty New York National Guard members
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Eligibility requires showing a military-issued or New York National Guard-issued identification card
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Definitions for "active military service," "New York national guard," "military," and "active duty" follow existing military law (section one)
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Takes effect 120 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for agencies to develop implementing rules and regulations
Legislative Description
Directs the metropolitan transportation authority, in consultation with the Long Island Rail Road, to establish a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road for individuals in active military service of the United States and active duty members of the New York national guard, upon showing a military or national guard identification card.
Last Action
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
2/25/2026