New York City Mayor Eric Adams on July 30, 2025, issued a sharp rebuke of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s proposed fare increases, arguing they burden the city’s 5.5 million daily transit riders without corresponding service improvements. In a statement, Adams emphasized his administration’s affordability initiatives, including the expansion of the Fair Fares program, which now covers nearly 1 million low-income New Yorkers with incomes up to 150% of the federal poverty level for discounted MTA fares. With congestion pricing poised to deliver billions for transit enhancements, Adams called the fare hike “offensive” and urged MTA board members to vote against it, reinforcing his commitment to equitable and affordable public transit.
Mayor Adams’ Statement in Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Proposed Fare Hikes
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today released the following statement after the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced proposed fare hikes for transit services:
“Every day, the Adams administration is working hard to make New York City safer and more affordable — and we’re delivering real results. But New Yorkers are still feeling the affordability crunch, and the more than 5.5 million MTA riders each day deserve fast, reliable, and affordable public transit.
“The current MTA fare is already too high for many, and we have taken steps within our control to ease the burden through Fair Fares, which we recently expanded to include New Yorkers earning up to 150 percent of the federal poverty level, making nearly 1 million low-income residents eligible for discounted MTA benefits. And now, with congestion pricing set to generate billions in dedicated funding for MTA improvements, the agency has no excuse.
“Proposing a fare hike without demonstrating meaningful improvements is offensive to hard-working New Yorkers, and that’s why I’m urging all board appointees to vote no on this proposal. We strongly oppose this fare increase and remain committed to fighting for a more affordable and equitable city.”
July 30, 2025
NEW YORK
Sources: NYC.gov , Big New York News BigNY.com
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