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Story summary
- Metropolitan Transportation Authority Chair Janno Lieber announced MetroCards will be phased out by December 31, 2025, as riders shift to the OMNY tap-and-pay system.
- Currently, 93% of riders use OMNY, while about 7%—including students and reduced-fare users—continue to face challenges.
- The MTA says OMNY will improve fare enforcement on buses, while some riders report failed transactions and incorrect charges, and the agency is preparing for full implementation in 2026.
