Overview

• Gov. Kathy Hochul halted New York City's congestion pricing plan, citing economic reasons.
• Critics argue the delay undermines efforts to reduce traffic and pollution in Manhattan.
• Studies show that business owners overestimate the number of customers who drive, leading to flawed opposition to transit reforms.
• The plan was expected to generate $1 billion annually for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
• Legal experts question the Governor's authority to unilaterally pause a state-mandated policy.