D.C. free bus bill becomes law as zero-fare transit systems take off

A bus is seen in Washington, DC, on December 12, 2022. – The Washington government voted to institute free bus rides for all starting in the summer of 2023. Olivier Douliery | AFP | Getty Images...

Zero-fare public transit movement gains momentum

Passengers boarding a Metrobus in downtown Washington, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022. Pablo Martinez Monsivais | AP Washington, D.C., is on the verge of eliminating bus fares for city residents, joining oth...