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Older Portland bus riders may have to show ID

The Columbian
Published: January 27, 2011, 12:00am

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Bus and light rail passengers in Portland who are over 65 may have to start showing their ID to prove they qualify for the “honored citizen” half-fare passes.

The Oregonian reports the TriMet board is expected to adopt the ID requirements next month to fight a black market in discounted fares.

Anyone refusing to show identification to a bus driver would have to pay full fare or get off.

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Information from: The Oregonian, http://www.oregonlive.com

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