Governor Hochul has highlighted tariffs as a key factor increasing costs for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s planned fleet upgrades, citing rising expenses for essential components like steel and aluminum. The financial strain comes as the MTA seeks to modernize its aging vehicles, with procurement delays and price hikes linked to global trade policies. Officials warn that higher costs could delay critical infrastructure projects already facing budget constraints. The statement underscores broader tensions between economic pressures and public transit investment.
Hochul says tariffs driving up MTA fleet upgrade costs Yahoo
