Governor Healey Celebrates the Launch of the Income Eligible Reduced Fare Program

Office of the Governor · September 3, 2024

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Welcome and introductions

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Mayor Gary Christiansen welcomed the governor and thanked the Healey‑Driscoll administration for actions benefiting Malden (transit, environment, substance use disorder services, affordable housing) and introduced Governor Maura Healey to the podium.

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Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey and MBTA officials announced a new income‑eligible reduced fare program for the MBTA, offering roughly 50% discounts to qualifying riders beginning Sept. 4; officials estimated about 60,000 riders and up to 8 million additional trips a year and said the program is covered in the state operating budget.

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