#public-transit-funding

#public-transit-funding

Thirty-six percent of U.S. residents cannot reliably use a personal automobile, leaving millions underserved by car-centric transportation policies and funding.

Fare-free buses would be costly, likely worsen already slow NYC bus speeds, and divert hundreds of millions from more effective transit improvements low-income riders prefer.

Congestion pricing reduced vehicle entries into Manhattan by 12%, improving travel times, lowering crashes and injuries, and supporting funding for mass transit.

BART is selling $930 million in bonds to fund a $3.5 billion renewal and refinance debt amid low ridership, reduced federal aid and budget deficits.