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Informational hearing: Rep. Kraft proposes SNAP portal link to Metro Transit low‑fare program
Summary
Representative Kraft presented an informational bill to add a link from the MN benefits (SNAP) portal to Metro Transit's Transit Assistance Program (TAP). Supporters said the modest one‑time integration cost could increase enrollment and ridership; committee took no action because the hearing was informational.
Representative Peter Kraft presented House File 16‑85 at an informational hearing, proposing that the MN benefits portal (used for SNAP and other assistance applications) include a direct link to Metro Transit's Transit Assistance Program (TAP). Supporters said the change would increase awareness of TAP among eligible residents and could raise ridership with a modest integration cost.
Representative Kraft described the Transit Assistance Program as a Metro Transit program that provides a year‑long reduced fare pass on the Go To card for lower‑income riders,…
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