NJ Transit holds second public hearing over 15% fare hike as pandemic funds dry up

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NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – NJ Transit is holding the second of 10 public hearings over the agency's proposed 15% fare hike on Tuesday.

There would be a 3% fare increase each year after. The agency cited the COVID-19 pandemic and a dip in ridership that cost it $2 billion in revenue.

NJ Transit had been using federal COVID-19 relief funds that will run out next year. The agency hasn't raised its prices since 2015, when it increased fares by 9%.

The proposed fare hike would take effect in July if the plan is approved.

Erin Pflaumer is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered both local and national news since 2018. She joined PIX11 in 2023. See more of her work here.

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