Overview

• New York's MTA board approves a $15 congestion pricing fee for non-commercial vehicles entering Manhattan south of 60th Street, set to start in mid-June.
• The congestion pricing plan aims to reduce traffic, air pollution, and fund $1 billion annually for subway, bus, and commuter rail projects.
• New Jersey officials and taxi drivers are among those opposing the plan, citing it as a financial burden and a violation of law.
• The plan includes exemptions for commuter buses, school buses, and some city-owned vehicles, with potential adjustments based on traffic conditions.
• Legal challenges from New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and others are underway, with court arguments scheduled to begin soon.