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Story summary
- The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) tightens fare evasion policies, including an $8 penalty for late ticket activation.
- Passengers express frustration over fines, especially for those who forget activation.
- Unused tickets now expire within hours, a significant change.
- In 2024, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) reported a $46 million loss in unpaid tickets.
- Chairman Janno Lieber highlighted 'restroom riders' who evade checks, illustrating fare evasion remains a challenge.