recent fare hike PIX11. Jim Vassell has more on this. >> It's fair for even if just for a little while we can't complain about being hats on. And that's all I can say. And starting Monday in through Labor Day, New Jersey Transit customers will ride at no cost. No tickets needed buses or trains. Just get on and get off music to the ears of Samir who goes into the or twice. A week ago. Bush. I was happy we can go with my kids and family just. >> I would like a fun party. And, you I think it's a great opportunity for people to take advantage of not driving into the city, dealing with the traffic and that and the tunnels and all that. Maybe it be nice to see that a little bit more often. Little bit more free weeks. Governor Phil Murphy announced the fair holiday earlier in the month of knowledge the many disruptions commuters have faced. I know that there's been a lot >> issues with the train tracks, but our government is putting a lot of money in infrastructure and we're super excited about that. Meanwhile, Republican state Assemblyman Christopher to Phillips is calling the fair holiday a gimmick. It's a PR worst. then past he supports efforts for the Legislature to hold hearings on New Jersey transit issues along with Republican Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz. I agree this is a gimmick. And I think that again, the end of the day, we're still late for work. Democratic Assemblyman and Transportation Committee Chair Clinton Calabrese told us in a statement, quote, as much as the fair holiday provide some temporary relief for commuters, it doesn't address the underlying issues facing NJ Transit. >> We need lasting solutions to ensure the long-term reliability and efficiency of our transportation system. That's why I'm planning to hold a hearing on transportation issues in New Jersey to explore potential improvements and discuss the challenges. Our transit system is currently facing. The state legislature is set to rec