New Jersey Transit would offer group discounts and add a fare card

New Jersey Transit would offer discounted group fares through contracts with approved organizations. Organizations may include training providers, schools, employers, government agencies, and public or nonprofit social service providers in New Jersey. Discounts apply to the groups named in each contract. The corporation would set eligibility rules and approve organizations. Each contract would identify the group, set the discount, and list available services. An organization may have to cover some administrative costs. New Jersey Transit would have to start the program within one year after the act takes effect. The first contract could last up to 12 months; later contracts could last up to two years.

New Jersey Transit would develop a card and system for buying tickets or passes, with fare capping and discounts. An individual who buys a card could use it for tickets or passes on New Jersey Transit motorbus route and rail services, including light rail, in the state. The corporation would set the discount amount, and card discounts would be added to other discounts riders already receive. The card must hold at least $10 at all times. Loaded money would never expire. New Jersey Transit would have to establish the card program within one year after the act takes effect.