The Trump administration has announced plans to end Manhattan's congestion pricing program, which had just started barely seven weeks ago. In a letter, Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy informed Governor Kathy Hochul that the administration would rescind federal approval previously granted by the Biden administration. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is challenging this decision in federal court, asserting that toll collection will persist despite these developments. This situation presents a looming threat to New York's transportation funding systems, raising concerns about the fiscal impact for state authorities reliant on revenue from the program.
The Trump administration's move to rescind federal approval for Manhattan's congestion pricing program creates uncertainty and potential financial strain for New York City's transportation funding.
Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy stated the plan to end the tolling program and indicated discussions would likely start with litigation.
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