New program offers free VIA rides to students in effort to reduce chronic absenteeism in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO – A new citywide program will allow any students between 12 to 18 years old to catch a free ride to school.

On Monday, City Council District 7 announced a $150,000 contribution to VIA Metropolitan Transit as part of a push to ensure students have reliable transportation to school.

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