The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has approved a congestion pricing plan for New York City, which will impose fees on vehicles entering a designated zone in Manhattan. The plan, set to take effect on January 5, aims to improve public transportation infrastructure.
The MTA approved the controversial congestion pricing program on Nov. 18, sparking a wide range of reactions from drivers and public transit users across New York City .inviting New Yorkers to weigh in on the historic initiative. The plan, set to take effect just after midnight on Jan. 5, will impose a fee of $9 for cars and $14.40 for trucks entering Manhattan below 60th Street, an area designated as the Congestion Relief Zone.
Why put more tax on peoplethat he supports the plan because it means money in his wallet, since his tips are based on the cost of a fare.
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