MTA Unveils $68.4 Billion Plan to Overhaul NYC Transit System

The ambitious five-year capital program requires significant funding from state and federal sources to address aging infrastructure and improve service reliability.

The MTA's 2025-2029 capital plan aims to invest $68.4 billion in maintaining and upgrading New York City's transit system.
Key projects include purchasing 2,000 new train cars, with 1,500 for the subway and 500 for commuter railroads, to replace outdated fleets.
The plan addresses critical infrastructure needs such as signal system upgrades, electric system repairs, and rehabilitation of aging LIRR bridges.
Governor Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers need to secure over $33 billion in funding to fully implement the proposed projects.
The plan also includes $1.1 billion for new fare gates to reduce fare evasion and improve accessibility at 150 subway stations.