While New York City is no longer my home, I think that a congestion pricing system (should it pass in the NY legislature by the end of the week*)  could be momentous in setting the stage for other congested American cities.  Let’s hope it gets past.

City Council Approves Fee to Drive Below 60th – New York Times

*If this is not approved by NY legislature by the end of the week, they will not receive federal funding, which would bury the project.