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New Yorkers for Better Public Transit is a coalition of people from all corners of the state, representing a variety of interests, who care about the impact that public transit systems have in their communities, on the economy, and the lives of those who rely on these systems across New York State. While the coalition remains the same, our work this year is focused on economic recovery and revitalization.

The goal is to educate lawmakers and other decision-makers about the enormous benefits of public transportation, and let them know transit is essential to economic vitality in New York state. Investing in public transit leads to sustainable success in our economy, classrooms, medical centers, places of business, and homes.

Join the coalition and be a part of the movement that will strengthen New York’s communities.

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Transit Facts:

There are over 100 transit systems in New York State, providing service in nearly every county.
Source: NYSDOT, NYPTA

New Yorkers ride public transit more than 3.6 billion times annually.
Source: National Transit Database

Over 9 million people in New York board public transit each weekday.
Source: National Transit Database

New York’s use of public transit reduces the state’s carbon emissions by 17 million tons.
Source: MTA

Public transit saves 1.3 billion gallons of gasoline in NYS annually.
Source: NYPTA estimate for NYS based on APTA national data

New Yorkers using public transit save 260 million hours of travel time annually.
Source: NYPTA estimate for NYS based on APTA national data

Public transit users can save nearly $10,000 a year versus driving.
Source: Transit Savings Report, APTA June 2018

Metro areas that increase transit ridership can reduce traffic fatality rates by up to 40%.
Source: The Hidden Traffic Safety Solution: Public Transportation, APTA 2016

87% of public transportation trips have a direct economic impact on the local economy.
Source: Who Rides Public Transportation, APTA January 2017

Every $1 invested in public transit generates $4 in economic return.
Source: Economic Impact of Public Transportation Investment for APTA by Economic Development Research Group, May 2014

Sustained investment in transit can create 51,000 jobs per $1 billion in investment.
Source: Economic Impact of Public Transportation Investment for APTA by Economic Development Research Group, May 2014

Public transit employees more than 75,000 people in NYS.
Source: National Transit Database

Public transportation is important to communities because it provides people with vital connections to important resources like jobs, schools, and medical facilities.
Source: 2018 Mineta Transportation Institute Survey for APTA

Public transportation is important to communities because it helps businesses flourish, by bringing both workers and customers to the businesses.
Source: 2018 Mineta Transportation Institute Survey for APTA