NY Governor Hochul Indefinitely Pauses NYC Congestion Pricing Plan

The implementation of congestion pricing in New York City has been indefinitely postponed, as announced by Governor Kathy Hochul. The decision, framed as economic, comes amid concerns about the city's ongoing recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and potential negative impacts on suburban commuters. The delay is a setback for public transit advocates who saw the tolls as a way to fund the city's subway and bus systems while reducing traffic. The MTA, which faces a potential $1 billion budget deficit without the tolls, has already invested heavily in preparation for the program.