NYC congestion pricing lawsuits head before federal judge. These are the concerns.

NEW YORK -- As the start date approaches for congestion pricing in New York City, a federal judge will hear from three groups looking to pump the brakes on the plan. The judge will hear oral arguments from three different plaintiffs starting at 9 a.m. Friday. The first lawsuit was filed by the president of the United Federal of Teachers and the Staten Island Borough President.

It encompasses four East River bridges -- the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Queensboro Bridge and Williamsburg Bridge -- and four tunnels -- the Holland Tunnel, Hugh Carey Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel and Queens-Midtown Tunnel.It does not include the FDR Drive or West Side Highway, but drivers will be charged if they exit into the relief zone.When does NYC congestion pricing start?Congestion pricing is slated to start as early as next month. The MTA plans to turn on the tolls at 12:00 a.m.

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