Blocking City Congestion Charges: Penalties for States and Neighbor Consent.
This bill aims to stop states from implementing specific congestion pricing systems, such as the planned toll for Manhattan's Central Business District. It introduces severe financial penalties, requiring the federal government to withhold 50% of major highway funding from any state that implements such a charge. Furthermore, future road pricing pilot programs must receive consent from all neighboring states significantly affected by the new costs.
Key points
Financial Penalty: States implementing a congestion charge (like the NYC plan) will lose 50% of their primary federal highway construction and maintenance funds starting October 1, 2023.
Neighbor Veto Power: New road pricing pilot projects must obtain explicit consent from affected neighboring states, giving them a say over new commuting costs.
Impact on Infrastructure: The withholding of funds could severely limit a state's ability to finance future road and bridge repairs.
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