Cusick, Schumer Announce Legislation Paving the Way for Bus Service into Bayonne

May 7, 2006

Assemblyman Michael J. Cusick (D-Mid Island) and United States Senator Charles Schumer stand at the foot of the Bayonne Bridge to announce legislation that would allow a plan providing direct bus service from Staten Island to New Jersey to move forward. Bus lines could then connect with the Hudson-Bergen light rail station in Bayonne, providing a quicker commute into Manhattan for Island residents.

The legislation, introduced by Cusick, would amend a provision in state law which currently does not allow New York City Transit - which operates MTA bus service - to enter into a joint service agreement with another state.

Said Cusick: “We owe it to Staten Islanders to find as many ways as possible to provide a quicker ride to and from work. This legislation is good news for commuters; in fact, it’s a boon for all Island residents. More people using mass transit means less cars driving on Staten Island’s congested roads. I’m glad it appears we’ve been able to find a way to sidestep a lengthy legal battle and do something that benefits all of Staten Island.”

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