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Hochul's congestion-pricing pause and reversal
Hochul indefinitely paused congestion pricing in June 2024 weeks before launch, then revived it at a reduced $9 toll for a January 2025 start.
Both sides, sourced
The case on each side
Defenders argue
Hochul paused to protect affordability and the recovery, then judged conditions right to launch.
Critics argue
Critics said the abrupt pause undercut MTA funding and damaged transit credibility.
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Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Nonpartisan accountability