Fair Fares: City Council, advocates want more New Yorkers made eligible for transit discounts | amNewYork
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"We must take steps to address the rising costs our constituents are experiencing every single day. One of those costs is for public transit, which we know is the lifeblood of our city," said Speaker Adrienne Adams. This sentiment underscores the need for the Fair Fares program to account for the financial realities faced by many New Yorkers. Advocates emphasize that public transit is not just a convenience, but essential for mobility and economic participation in the city."
"If anyone thinks about the median rent, you'll understand that going to 200% of poverty, which brings people up to $62,000 for a family of four, you're struggling," said David Jones, highlighting the continued financial burden faced by families even at the new proposed income limits. This statement encapsulates the ongoing debate about how to best support low-income families in one of the most expensive cities in the world."
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