New York's 2026 state budget aims to enhance safety within the NYC subway system with substantial investments. These include increased law enforcement presence, upgrades in safety features such as protective barriers and LED lighting, and continued efforts against fare evasion. Though crime in the system has decreased by 11% this year, concerns about federal funding withdrawals from the Trump administration highlight a pressing need for these enhancements. The budget allocates $77 million for NYPD and supports mental health services, approved alongside a $68.4 billion capital plan for 2025-2029.
The budget includes major investments to increase the presence of law enforcement, make crucial safety upgrades in protective barriers and LED lighting and continue cracking down on fare evasion.
Crime levels on the MTA subway system were already trending down, with crime down 11 percent this year since 2024.
The budget includes approval of the $68.4 billion 2025-2029 Capital Plan, $77 million for an increased NYPD presence, and investments in mental health services.
Earlier this year, the Trump administration threatened to withdraw federal funding from transit systems including New York's, citing security concerns.
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