NYC Congestion Pricing Set for January Launch Amid Controversy
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that New York City's congestion pricing tolls will begin on January 5, 2024, after a five-month pause. The tolls, aimed at funding $15 billion in transit repairs, will charge drivers entering Manhattan south of 60th Street, with a base price of $9 during peak hours for vehicles with E-ZPass. The program is designed to reduce traffic congestion and generate revenue for the MTA's capital plan, which includes infrastructure improvements. The tolls have faced opposition, including potential legal challenges and political resistance.
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