The governor is renewing plans to start the tolling program, but at discounted rates. Ms. Hochul said it will generate $15 billion for mass transit.

Reports came out indicating it may have been a political move to prevent a drop in support for Democratic New York House candidates.

Elected officials and organizations across Queens expressed mixed reactions to Gov. Kathy Hochul's decision to resume congestion pricing for motorists entering Manhattan below 60th street.