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Federal Lawyers Challenge DOT's Congestion Pricing Plan

4/24/2025

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Federal government lawyers have exposed weaknesses in the DOT's plan to dismantle the MTA's congestion pricing tolls. An internal letter casts doubt on Secretary Sean Duffy's legal stance. These tolls, crucial for financing $15 billion in repairs, are backed by Governor Hochul, who intends to uphold them unless directed to change course.

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Federal government lawyers have exposed weaknesses in the DOT's plan to dismantle the MTA's congestion pricing tolls. An internal letter casts doubt on Secretary Sean Duffy's legal stance. These tolls, crucial for financing $15 billion in repairs, are backed by Governor Hochul, who intends to uphold them unless directed to change course.