Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City.

Summary of H.Res. 27 — Expressing opposition to Central Business District Tolling Program of New York City

Overview

H.Res. 27 is a non-binding House of Representatives resolution introduced on January 9, 2025. The bill disapproves of New York City’s Central Business District Tolling Program (CBD Tolling), urges public access to an economic impact analysis, and strongly recommends that federal agencies and the State of New York halt the program’s implementation. As a resolution, it does not create new law or spending authority but expresses the House’s position and policy preferences.

Key Provisions

• Disapproval: The House states its explicit disapproval of NYC’s Central Business District Tolling Program.
• Economic Impact and Transparency: The bill acknowledges the potential severe economic burden on small businesses and recommends that New York conduct an economic impact study, with the results made publicly available.
• Halt the Program: The resolution strongly urges both relevant federal agencies and the State of New York to halt the CBD Tolling Program’s implementation.

Affected Parties

• Small businesses in New York City’s Central Business District and surrounding areas (potentially impacted by toll-related costs).
• Commuters and residents who would be affected by tolling and traffic patterns.
• Federal agencies with oversight or influence over interstate or intergovernmental programs related to tolling and transportation.
• State government of New York, as the entity responsible for implementing or proceeding with the tolling program.
• NYC transportation and planning authorities involved in the CBD Tolling initiative.

Procedural History and Timeline

• Introduced: January 9, 2025.
• Status: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
• Published in House: January 9, 2025.
• Legislative actions to date: Referral to committee; no further floor action recorded in the provided information.

Sponsors

• Primary sponsor: Nick LaLota.
• Cosponsors: Michael Lawler, Andrew R. Garbarino, Nicole Malliotakis.

Potential Impact and Significance

• The resolution is a formal, non-binding statement of congressional opposition to the CBD Tolling Program.
• It signals congressional concern about the economic impact on small businesses and increases the pressure on New York State and federal agencies to reconsider or pause the program.
• While it does not enact policy or authorize funding, it could influence ongoing debates, prompt release of an independent economic impact assessment, and shape future legislative or regulatory actions related to congestion pricing and tolling.

Overall, H.Res. 27 articulates a clear stance against NYC’s CBD Tolling Program and advocates for transparency and a pause in implementation.