Gov. Hochul floats last-minute delay to NYC congestion pricing amid political pressure
The MTA’s long-awaited plan to toll drivers entering part of Manhattan is facing a last-minute delay from Gov. Kathy Hochul.
The six state officials briefed on the plan asked for anonymity because they weren’t authorized to speak publicly about private discussions, which are still underway. Hochul is expected to speak about her proposal later Wednesday. Hochul, a Democrat, has been a vocal proponent of charging drivers a fee in part of Manhattan, touting it as a progressive environmental policy.
The tolling plan has wide support among transit advocates, who see it as the realization of a goal dating back to Mayor John Lindsay’s administration. They anticipate that with reduced traffic there will be fewer crashes between vehicles and pedestrians and increased bus speeds. Advocates said that if the program is successful, it could be be model for other major cities around the country struggling with gridlock and pollution.
Opponents of the plan, including Gov. Phil Murphy, the city teacher’s union, and a group representing truck drivers, have sued to halt or delay the tolling program. Federal judges in Manhattan and New Jersey are expected to rule in those cases.
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