MTA Halts Second Avenue Subway Expansion Over Funding Shortfall

Governor Hochul's congestion pricing pause leaves $7.7 billion project in jeopardy, forcing focus on essential repairs.

The MTA has issued stop-work orders for Phase 2 of the Second Avenue Subway due to funding uncertainties.
Governor Hochul's decision to pause congestion pricing has left the MTA scrambling to cover a $15 billion budget gap.
The halted project aimed to extend subway service to East Harlem, adding three new stations.
Federal funding of $3.4 billion is contingent on the MTA securing additional funds, now at risk without congestion pricing revenue.
The MTA will prioritize maintenance and repair projects over new expansions amid the financial shortfall.