Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has expressed skepticism about the benefits of congestion pricing in Manhattan, which has reportedly improved traffic and public transit. During interviews, she emphasized the need for toll exemptions for firefighters, arguing that transporting their equipment, which may contain harmful toxins, poses health risks. She articulated concerns that these chemicals could potentially contaminate mass transit vehicles, advocating for waivers to protect public health. Gillibrand highlighted the financial implications of providing safe spaces for firefighters if alternative arrangements aren't made.
I want to make sure we can look at waivers for firefighters, because they need to drive into the city with their equipment, because there's toxins on their equipment.
If they had to take mass transit into the city, they would be bringing their equipment on a train where they would be leaving forever chemicals in the seat.
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