NYC's Congestion Pricing Is Here!

After years of debate and legal battles, NYC's congestion pricing program officially launched on January 5th, 2025. This marks the first-in-the-nation initiative to charge drivers for entering Manhattan's central business district.

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The Toll Details

Motorists entering Manhattan south of 60th Street will now pay a $9 toll, with lower rates during off-peak hours. The program survived several last-minute legal challenges before its implementation.

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MTA's Celebration & Goals

MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber celebrated the launch, highlighting the program's potential to generate over a billion dollars annually for public transit improvements. He emphasized the benefits of cleaner air, safer streets, less traffic, and better transit.

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Initial Reactions & Expectations

Transportation advocates celebrated the program's launch, anticipating improvements in infrastructure, emergency vehicle response times, and air quality. The MTA expects the toll to reduce traffic by approximately 80,000 vehicles daily.

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