NYC officials lay out plans to get kids to school if bus contract negotiations stall

The city is pushing for bus companies to agree to extend their contracts temporarily, but the companies are hoping for a five-year deal.

Education department officials are laying out plans to get students to school as a standoff over contracts between the city and some of the largest bus companies looms.

The city is promising free OMNY cards to all affected students. Some students with disabilities and homeless students would also be eligible for pre-paid rideshare services or reimbursement for transportation costs.

“While our administration continues to work toward a resolution to avoid any service interruptions, we are taking proactive steps to ensure every student can safely get to and from school without incident," Mayor Eric Adams said in a press release on Monday.

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