NYC’s congestion pricing cuts traffic, emissions, and funds transit. Paired with Europe’s low-emission zones, it’s a blueprint for sustainable, livable cities.

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Gov. Phil Murphy sent a letter to President Donald Trump shortly after he took office Monday, asking for his help with challenging New York’s controversial congestion pricing program. The program went into effect on Jan.

NEW YORK CITY - The United Federation of Teachers has long opposed congestion pricing and are fighting to end it. On Sunday, New York City became the first U.S. metro to implement a congestion pricing toll, and now, most drivers entering Manhattan's congestion zone will face a $9 toll.

The plan, which launched on Jan. 5, newly charges passenger vehicles $9 to access Manhattan below 60th Street during peak hours.

Phil Murphy penned a letter to President Donald Trump regarding congestion pricing, saying it's an area in which the two of them can find common ground. In his letter, Murphy reminded Trump that he has previously said he would "terminate" congestion pricing during his first week back in office.

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) on Monday asked President Trump to examine congestion pricing in Manhattan. “As you begin your second term as President, I welcome any opportunity to work with you and your Administration where we can find common ground.