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Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City.
1/13/2025, 12:51 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 27
Bill 119 H.Res. 27, 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 impact on businesses, commuters, and the overall economy of the city.
The bill highlights the potential negative effects of the tolling program, such as increased costs for businesses that rely on transportation in and out of the city, as well as the burden it may place on commuters who have no other viable transportation options. Additionally, the bill raises questions about the fairness and effectiveness of the tolling program in achieving its intended goals. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 27 serves as a platform for members of Congress to express their opposition to the Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City and to advocate for 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 impact on businesses, commuters, and the overall economy of the city.
The bill highlights the potential negative effects of the tolling program, such as increased costs for businesses that rely on transportation in and out of the city, as well as the burden it may place on commuters who have no other viable transportation options. Additionally, the bill raises questions about the fairness and effectiveness of the tolling program in achieving its intended goals. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 27 serves as a platform for members of Congress to express their opposition to the Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City and to advocate for alternative solutions to address traffic congestion and transportation funding issues in the city.
Congressional Summary of HRES 27
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 27
Bill HRES 27 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since January 9, 2025. Bill HRES 27 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025. Bill HRES 27's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of January 9, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 27
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 27
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 27
Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City.
Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City.
Comments

Crue Roth
1,001
1 year ago
I don't like it. It's gonna make things harder for us. #NoTolls
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 27
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