Federal Approval for NYC Congestion Pricing with Possible Exemption for Bridge and Tunnel Drivers

The Federal Highway Administration is reportedly giving the green light to New York's plan to toll drivers entering parts of Manhattan, despite opposition from New Jersey lawmakers who argue that the plan will unfairly impact their constituents. The New Jersey delegation had hoped to delay the tolling plan with a more exhaustive environmental impact statement, but the FHWA is moving ahead with a "Finding of No Significant Impact" document. The MTA has not yet determined how much to charge drivers, but fares could range from $9 to $23 for passenger vehicles and between $12 and $82 for trucks.