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Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City.
12/16/2024, 7:26 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 609
Bill 118 H.Res. 609, titled "Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to voice opposition to the Central Business District Tolling Program proposed by New York City.
The Central Business District Tolling Program is a plan put forth by New York City officials to implement tolls on vehicles entering certain parts of Manhattan in order to reduce traffic congestion and raise revenue for public transportation improvements. However, this bill expresses opposition to the program, citing concerns about the potential negative impact on businesses, commuters, and residents in the affected areas.
The bill argues that the tolling program could disproportionately burden low-income individuals who rely on driving into the city for work or other essential activities. It also raises concerns about the potential economic consequences for businesses in the Central Business District, as well as the lack of alternative transportation options for those who may be unable to afford the tolls. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 609 seeks to convey the concerns and opposition of certain members of Congress to the Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City. It highlights the potential negative impacts of the program on various stakeholders and calls for further consideration and evaluation of alternative solutions to address traffic congestion and transportation funding issues in the city.
The Central Business District Tolling Program is a plan put forth by New York City officials to implement tolls on vehicles entering certain parts of Manhattan in order to reduce traffic congestion and raise revenue for public transportation improvements. However, this bill expresses opposition to the program, citing concerns about the potential negative impact on businesses, commuters, and residents in the affected areas.
The bill argues that the tolling program could disproportionately burden low-income individuals who rely on driving into the city for work or other essential activities. It also raises concerns about the potential economic consequences for businesses in the Central Business District, as well as the lack of alternative transportation options for those who may be unable to afford the tolls. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 609 seeks to convey the concerns and opposition of certain members of Congress to the Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City. It highlights the potential negative impacts of the program on various stakeholders and calls for further consideration and evaluation of alternative solutions to address traffic congestion and transportation funding issues in the city.
Congressional Summary of HRES 609
This resolution disapproves of the Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City and strongly recommends that (1) New York conduct an economic impact report on the program, and (2) relevant federal agencies and New York halt the program's implementation. The tolling program, also known as congestion pricing, will charge drivers a toll to enter an area designated as Manhattan's central business district.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 609
Bill HRES 609 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 24, 2023. Bill HRES 609 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 24, 2023. Bill HRES 609's most recent activity was Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 96. as of November 26, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 609
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
32Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
29Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 609
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 609
Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City.
Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 609
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