In wake of news that the New York State Thruway Board of Directors approved a toll hike increase of 10% over the next 5 years, which will now be subject to public hearings, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara has announced the launch of an online petition available on his website to ensure resident’s voices are heard during this process.

“While hardworking families are still being hit hard by inflation and the rising cost of goods and services, increasing Thruway tolls will make commuting and traveling more expensive in our state,” said Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara. “With the current rate hike proposal now subject to public hearings, I’m giving New Yorkers a platform to voice their concern about this outrageous proposal that’s coming at time when families are being hit hard with inflation and rising costs across the board. I urge the residents to join me in my fight to reject this proposal and take action to help New Yorkers keep more of their hard-earned money where it belongs – in their pockets.”

To learn more and sign Santabarbara’s petition, residents can visit nyassembly.gov/Santabarbara.