Transit officials said riders who qualify for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program can sign up for the fare discount.
as part of the agency’s 2024 fiscal year budget, takes effect just before the start of Metro’s new fiscal year. Transit leaders are rolling out a public awareness campaign to explain eligibility requirements and steps on how to enroll.Metro Lift is eligible to adults who qualify for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program . Transit officials said as many as 30 percent of residents in the region who use SNAP benefits ride Metro.
To apply, customers will need to provide Metro with contact information, a SmarTrip card number for themselves or household members, a photo of their federal, state or District-issued ID card and a photo of their Electronic Benefit Transfer card, Metro said. Metro pledges to address systemic racism, including allegations of biased enforcement by transit police
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