New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S04435

Introduced
2/4/25  
Refer
2/4/25  

Caption

Provides that any one-way, round trip or multi-trip tickets purchased for use on the Long Island Rail Road or the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company by a senior citizen or a person with a disability shall be valid at any time during the day or night.

Summary

Bill S04435 proposes an amendment to the public authorities law that allows senior citizens and persons with disabilities to purchase one-way, round trip, or multi-trip tickets for the Long Island Rail Road and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company that are valid at any time of day or night. This change aims to enhance accessibility and convenience for these groups, who may have varying travel needs throughout the day.

Impact

The bill will modify existing regulations regarding ticket validity for senior citizens and persons with disabilities on the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Commuter Railroad. By allowing these tickets to be valid at any time, it will likely increase ridership among these demographics and improve their overall commuting experience. This change may also necessitate updates to ticketing systems and promotional materials to reflect the new policy.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S04435 appears to be positive, as it addresses the needs of vulnerable populations by providing greater flexibility in travel options. There have been no recorded votes or significant opposition noted in committee discussions, indicating a general consensus on the bill's intent and purpose.

Contention

Currently, there are no notable points of contention regarding Bill S04435, as it has not faced any opposition in committee discussions or voting. The bill is primarily focused on enhancing accessibility for senior citizens and persons with disabilities, which is typically a non-controversial issue.

Companion Bills

NY A05384

Same As Provides that any one-way, round trip or multi-trip tickets purchased for use on the Long Island Rail Road or the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company by a senior citizen or a person with a disability shall be valid at any time during the day or night.

Previously Filed As

NY A05384

Provides that any one-way, round trip or multi-trip tickets purchased for use on the Long Island Rail Road or the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company by a senior citizen or a person with a disability shall be valid at any time during the day or night.

NY A01268

Provides for the reimbursement of the ticket price of unused one-way, round trip or multi-trip tickets purchased for use on the Long Island Rail Road or the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company if returned within one year.

NY A04819

Provides for the reimbursement of the ticket price of unused one-way, round trip or multi-trip tickets purchased for use on the Long Island Rail Road or the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company if returned within one year.

NY S05120

Provides for the reimbursement of the ticket price of unused one-way, round trip or multi-trip tickets purchased for use on the Long Island Rail Road or the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company if returned within one year.

NY S09186

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority, in consultation with the Long Island Rail Road, the New York city transit authority, and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company, to establish a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road, the New York city transit authority, and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company for certain active duty, reserves, retired armed forces members, firefighters, and police officers.

NY A08169

Relates to the powers and duties of the citizens advisory committee of the MTA and membership on the Long Island Rail Road commuter council, the Metro-North railroad commuter council, and the New York city transit riders council; provides such committee with access to certain information.

NY S07679

Relates to the powers and duties of the citizens advisory committee of the MTA and membership on the Long Island Rail Road commuter council, the Metro-North railroad commuter council, and the New York city transit riders council; provides such committee with access to certain information.

NY A07316

Requires that any individual who is eligible for the Fair Fares NYC program and any person whose income is three hundred percent of the federal poverty level receive a fifty percent discount on trips using the Long Island Rail Road, paratransit services, New York city transit subways or buses, and/or Metro-North railroad; defines terms.

NY S10535

Provides that no individual or entity shall be charged a central business district toll during any period of strike by an employee organization, work stoppage or declared state of emergency that causes a stoppage for more than twenty-four hours or significant delays of any metropolitan transportation authority, metro north commuter railroad, New York city transit authority, or Long Island railroad services.

NY S08639

Adds to the no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road certain detective investigators or rackets investigators employed by the Nassau county district attorney.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.