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As part of its budget for 2023, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has approved toll increases for the following year that will be based on inflation.
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Here are the Increases-: The off-peak E-ZPass toll will increase from $11.75 to $12.75. During peak hour s, E-ZPass tolls will increase to $14.75 from $13.75. Tolls delivered by mail will Increase to $17 up from $16.
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In November, the agency first requested the toll increases. On January 8, 2023, Sunday, they will rise.
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The Lincoln Tunnel recently switched to cashless tolls, becoming the sixth and last crossing operated by the Port Authority.
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According to the Port Authority, the modification will shorten travel times, prevent accidents, and improve environmental protection.
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Rep. Josh Gottheimer of New Jersey has stated that if congestion pricing is implemented, he will file legislation to block federal funding for the MTA.
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Cars might be taxed up to $23 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street under the congestion pricing proposal.
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According to the plan's proponents, this will ease traffic, lessen pollution, and encourage more people to use public transportation.
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Residents of New Jersey, on the other hand, claim that the proposal is unfair and that residents of the Garden State will be subjected to two taxes.
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