The Fair Fares program in NYC, which provides half-priced subway and bus rides for low-income users, is now fully integrated with the OMNY contactless fare system. This transition aids 360,000 participants in managing their transit funds and includes a fare cap of $17 per week. Earlier this year, the program expanded its income eligibility from 120% to 145% of the federal poverty level, adding 200,000 New Yorkers to the initiative. Participants can use the discount on various cards, further enhancing accessibility to public transit.
The transition to OMNY allows 360,000 Fair Fares participants to manage transit funds easily and ensures they pay no more than $17 per week.
The eligibility for Fair Fares increased from 120% to 145% of the federal poverty level, adding about 200,000 more New Yorkers to the program.
Participants can apply their Fair Fares discount to existing OMNY cards and smartphones, making discounted transit access simpler and more comprehensive.
Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the importance of public transit as the 'lifeblood' of the city and highlighted the accessibility improvements of the Fair Fares program.
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