Launch a One‑Year Free Public Transit Pilot Program in New Jersey
Public transportation is collapsing under the weight of fare hikes, delays, rising car insurance, and increasing economic pressure. Families are being priced out of movement. People are stranded not because they lack motivation — but because they lack a bus fare. New Jersey needs an emergency one‑year free transit pilot to stabilize mobility, reduce emissions, and support residents during a period of economic strain. Why This Matters Now
NJ Transit fares have risen while service reliability has dropped
Car insurance and tolls continue to climb
Transportation is New Jersey’s #1 source of emissions
Thousands of residents cannot afford daily commuting costs
Mobility is becoming a privilege instead of a right
What This Pilot Would Do
Increase access to jobs, education, and healthcare
Reduce traffic congestion and emissions
Provide immediate financial relief
Increase transit ridership
Demonstrate the long‑term benefits of fare‑free mobility Cities like Tallinn, Luxembourg, and Kansas City have already shown that free transit increases ridership, reduces car dependency, and strengthens communities. New Jersey can lead the United States by testing this model for one year.
Movement should not depend on money.
Mobility is a human right.
Let’s make transportation accessible to everyone.