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Published on Jan 7, 2025 by Leslie Bailey
Effective Tuesday, January 7, 2025, the income guideline for the NYC Fair Fares program has increased from 120% FPL to 145% FPL, expanding access to more households.The program provides a 50% discount on public transportation to eligible low-income New Yorkers.New York City (NYC) residents may be eligible for Fair Fares NYC if they are:Between the ages [...]
Published on Aug 10, 2023 by Leslie Bailey
The NYC Fair Fares program provides a 50% discount on public transportation to eligible low-income New Yorkers.New York City (NYC) residents may be eligible for Fair Fares NYC if they are:Between (and including) the ages of 18 and 64;In a household that meets the income guidelines (100% FPL) for the Fair Fares NYC program;Not receiving full [...]
