NYC student OMNY cards expired early, leaving families confused and paying out-of-pocket
Many New York City students last week were caught off guard when they tried to use the OMNY cards they received last school year and found they no longer worked. Now, families are scratching their heads, asking: When do the student OMNY cards issued last school year…
As New York City students returned to school, they discovered their OMNY cards, issued last school year, were no longer functioning. This caused confusion among families who had believed the cards were valid all year long. The Education Department's website stated that OMNY cards do not expire until the next school year, while the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's website specified that the cards are valid "September through August."
This discrepancy has left many families questioning when the cards will be replaced, adding an unexpected financial burden to their budgets. High school athletes have been particularly affected as they now need to pay for each ride to their practices, potentially breaching the system and possibly encountering law enforcement. Despite the MTA confirming the cards should work year-round, the Education Department has not provided a clear timeline for replacing the expired cards.
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