This resolution opposes New York City’s planned toll for driving into Manhattan below 60th Street. It asks for a public cost study and urges New York State and federal agencies to stop the program. It does not block the toll by itself.
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Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City. is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Latest action on H.Res. 27: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people and businesses that drive into Manhattan south of 60th Street. Daily commuters, students, low-income families, delivery companies, and small businesses could face higher travel costs if the toll program moves forward. Transit riders could also be affected because the toll money is meant to support the MTA, New York’s public transit authority.
Why this matters: This matters because it could change the cost of driving into the busiest part of Manhattan. People and businesses that enter the area often could face new daily expenses. At the same time, the toll money is meant to help fund the MTA and improve public transit. The resolution highlights the tradeoff between raising transit money and adding costs for drivers, families, and small businesses.
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Officially: Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City.
This resolution opposes New York City’s planned toll for driving into Manhattan below 60th Street. It asks for a public cost study and urges New York State and federal agencies to stop the program. It does not block the toll by itself.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HRES27. Modern Action explains Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City. in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
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Introduced
Introduced in House
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Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. (1/9/2025)
House Floor Vote
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