Statement from Senator Martinez on Indefinite Implementation Delay of Manhattan Congestion Pricing Program

“I applaud the decision by Governor Hochul to hit the brakes by indefinitely placing a pause on the implementation of congestion pricing and the toll it would have on our Long Island residents.   Though I recognize and support the need to reduce emissions for the health of our region, this goal must not be achieved by driving residents, businesses, and workers out of the city.  I hope this pause will allow time to switch gears toward a more workable solution for Manhattan’s traffic woes.”