The MTA's request for $68.4 billion marks a critical juncture for funding its operational needs, with Albany now responsible for determining how this money will be secured.
MTA CEO Janno Lieber highlighted the interdependence of the transit system's success with urban affordability and called mass transit a key component of New York's economic strategy.
Governor Hochul acknowledged the need for detailed discussions regarding congestion pricing revenues as part of the budget talks, which will heavily influence the MTA's funding.
Lieber stressed that a robust funding program, totaling $68 billion, is essential for maintaining New York's mass transit system, underscoring its role in regional success.
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