New York

The Federal Railroad Administration announced nearly $1.5 billion for 19 projects along the Northeast Corridor.

The renewed proposal drew opposition from New Jersey’s elected leaders even before Hochul’s announcement was made. Gov. Phil Murphy and others have repeatedly charged the plan would tax New Jersey commuters and shift traffic and pollution to this side of the Hudson, all to benefit the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey proposed a new reduced fare program for PATH customers with disabilities.