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Robert Puentes
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Non-Resident Senior Fellow, Brookings Institution
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By Adie Tomer, Ben Swedberg, Robert Puentes| Brookings Institution@ Last month, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy rescinded the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) power to charge drivers who enter Manhattan south of 60th Street, officially known as the “Congestion Relief Zone.” President Donald Trump celebrated and playfully suggested New Yorkers would crown him king for doing so. But here’s the thing: New York’s congestion pricing may not be as hated as the president believes.
By Philip M. Plotch, Robert Puentes, Brianne Eby| enotrans.org@ “‘Politically what makes sense is money that is being paid by these New Jersey residents should go to improve transit services between the two states,’ said Philip Plotch, principal researcher at the Washington-based Eno Center for Transportation (and a resident of Gottheimer’s district).” May 26, 2023 – A battle is brewing across the Hudson River and in the halls of Congress between New York and New Jersey over congestion pricing.
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Brookings Institution
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1916, it is known for its nonpartisan research on governance, economics, and global affairs. Brookings aims to improve policy and governance through evidence-based analysis, focusing on local, national, and global issues. The institution employs over 300 experts in various fields, including economics and foreign policy. Brookings produces peer-reviewed studies, policy briefs, and books on topics such as economic inequality and climate change. Its research has historically influenced significant legislation, including the Budget and Accounting Act of 1921 and the Social Security Act of 1935. The institution also hosts public forums and educational programs to promote dialogue among policymakers, academics, and industry leaders. Its primary audiences include government agencies, academic institutions, and international organizations like the United Nations and World Bank.
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