Congestion pricing's future in N.Y. could be decided next week, Hochul says

And a N.Y. doctor has been indicted in another state for prescribing an abortion pill online.

Good afternoon — it’s Friday and National Hot Chocolate Day.

In today’s CapCon:

• Congestion pricing could get derailed or given the green light next week as Gov. Kathy Hochul continues talks with the White House.

• A New York doctor has been indicted in Louisiana by a grand jury for prescribing an abortion pill online.

• Eyes & Ears: What to read, watch and listen to from the past week.

• At the Capitol: What’s coming up Monday and next week at the Capitol.

• New Bills of Note: the CREEP Act to end Stalking Awareness Month, gun storage laws and N.Y.’s Green Light Law.

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🚗 Congestion pricing talks will continue between N.Y. and White House

Congestion pricing in New York City isn’t dead … yet.

We learned this week that Gov. Kathy Hochul has been speaking with President Donald J. Trump about the controversial new $9 toll for drivers entering the busiest parts of Manhattan.

As of Friday, those discussions hadn’t resulted in an announcement about the toll program’s future, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters.

“I do know the president spoke with Gov. Hochul about that,” Leavitt said. “I don’t have any actions to read out for you on that issue today.”

Hochul had more to say about the future of congestion pricing while speaking with reporters after an event in Manhattan Friday, including if she bets the toll will be in place for much longer.

Let’s put it this way: it’s not looking great for congestion pricing at the moment. Hochul’s not betting on it, at least.