The MTA won a legal battle against the USDOT, securing a temporary restraining order that prevents the withholding of funds vital for transit projects in New York. The court ruled that the federal government cannot impose punitive measures aimed at coercing the state or the MTA to abandon congestion pricing. MTA Chair Janno Lieber sees this decision as a victory for New York, enabling continued benefits from the toll program while protecting state sovereignty. The legal fight over congestion pricing will continue, with the ruling effective until June 9.
MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber stated that a federal judge blocked the USDOT from retaliating against New York funding for congestion pricing projects, affirming state sovereignty.
Lieber described the temporary restraining order as good news for New York, emphasizing the importance of quick resolutions for the congestion pricing program amidst ongoing legal battles.
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