NYC Plans $9 Congestion Charge Amid Trump Presidency Concerns
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- Gov. Hochul unveils $9 NYC congestion charge, reducing previous $15 fee.
- Charge targets Manhattan below 60th Street starting in January.
- $15bn expected for NYC transit improvements from new congestion fee.
- Plan includes low-income discounts and cheaper post-9 PM delivery charges.
- Congestion charge supports U.S. climate goals and air quality improvement.
- NJ Governor and NY Republicans oppose congestion fee initiative.
- Global cities influence NYC's traffic reduction and environmental efforts.