article_snippet: This is why Seattle resident Basro Jama, 27, a single mom and an immigrant from Somalia, received her card last week while at the doctor with her two children, according to the New York Times.
article_snippet: By taking advantage of the strong network of community partners that we've built in recent years, we're making it convenient for riders to find out if riders qualify for this new opportunity.'
article_snippet: The first group of residents to sign up took place last week, and the second program of its kind available on a large-scale in the nation could possibly reach 100,000 people.
article_snippet: Around 1,000 people already received the card.
article_snippet: In 2005, San Francisco delivered Seattle Muni Lifeline fare program but Seattle currently only has less than 20,000 card holders - within a system that provides services to  350,000 people a day.
article_snippet: But all eyes will remain focused on Seattle as other states watch to see how its Muni Lifeline fare program unfolds. '
article_snippet: I am proud that we are able to step up to ensure continued access to bus service for those who need it the most.'