In Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, a new program called “Allegheny Go Program” gives half-price bus tickets to people with low money who ride Pittsburgh Regional Transit, helping over 120,000 SNAP recipients in Allegheny County get to important places like the doctor or work easily and saving them money.
Allegheny Go Program Offers 50% Cheaper Bus Fares for Low-Income Riders in Wilkinsburg, PA
According to the published article of 4 ABC WTAE, in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, the Allegheny Go Program will give 50% cheaper bus fares to people who ride Pittsburgh Regional Transit and show they have low income by using SNAP benefits. Starting on June 3, over 120,000 SNAP recipients in Allegheny County can sign up for this Allegheny Go Program. Katharine Kelleman, the boss of Pittsburgh Regional Transit, said this Allegheny Go Program is important because it helps poor people by making transportation costs lower.
Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato said buses are really important for families who need to go to the doctor, buy food, take care of their kids, and go to work. Teaira Collins, who is part of groups that support public transit, said buses are like a lifeline for many people. They help people in the community get chances to do new things. Many people gathered at an event in Wilkinsburg to hear about the Allegheny Go Program.
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120,000+ Low-Income Residents in Allegheny County to Benefit from 50% Public Transit Fare Discounts: Allegheny Go Program Launches June 3 – Check It Out! (PHOTO: Pennsylvania Capital-Star)
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Furthermore, this Allegheny Go Program is a big help for people who need jobs but have a hard time getting around. Innamorato said it’s important for the government to help people get to jobs by making it easier to use public transit. Kelleman said this Allegheny Go Program isn’t just about cheaper fares—it’s also about treating people with respect and making sure everyone has the right to use transportation. Sherri Richardson, who was part of a test of the Allegheny Go Program, said it changed her life by helping her find a job and home after she lost everything in a fire.
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