Summary:
NYC's congestion pricing program officially launched, charging a $9 toll for vehicles entering Manhattan south of 60th Street.
The program is the first-in-the-nation and aims to generate over a billion dollars annually for public transit improvements.
The initiative is expected to reduce traffic by approximately 80,000 vehicles daily, leading to improved traffic flow, air quality, and safety.
The program survived several legal challenges and was celebrated by MTA officials and transportation advocates.
The toll is expected to fund improvements to NYC's public transportation system
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.
<img src="https://www.amny.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/congestion-price-sign.jpg?w=1200" alt="two people unveiling a congestion pricing sign at night">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.
<img src="https://www.amny.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/54246835971_8753312cf8_k.jpg?w=700" alt="group of people next to a congestion pricing sign at night">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.
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.
For more information and available discounts, visit mta.info.
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