Ny Gov. Hochul Speaks on Mta Fare Evasion Reductioi
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Hochul is New York's first female governor!
She took office in Aug. 2021 when Andrew Cuomo resigned, making her the 57th NY governor. As governor, she oversees the MTA — giving her direct authority over the transit system she's now reforming.
NYC's new subway gates stand 7 feet tall to stop fare jumpers!
The MTA began piloting its 'New Fare Array' turnstiles in 2023 — taller, sensor-equipped barriers designed to make jumping or tailgating nearly impossible, replacing turnstiles largely unchanged since the 1980s.
Topic poll · all networksWhere should recovered MTA fare revenue go first?
NYC lost ~$700M/yr to fare evasion at its peak!
The MTA reported fare evasion costing roughly $700 million annually. NY officials say new fare gates and the Omni payment system have helped cut evasion by 35% — a major recovery for the transit budget.
Topic poll · all networksIn NY, subway fare evasion is a civil violation. What's the fine?
- $50
- $100
- $250
- $500
Guess, then reveal the answer
$100
Hochul is NY's first female governor, sworn in after Cuomo resigned!
She took office in Aug. 2021 when Andrew Cuomo resigned amid scandal. Before that, she served as Lt. Governor and a U.S. Representative. Read more at Wikipedia