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General News: Cuomo Bridge Toll Discount
October 25, 2026
10/25/26
Senator James Skoufis, alongside Assemblymembers Jonathan Jacobson, Chris Eachus, and Paula Elaine Kay, announced that the 20% resident discount they secured in the state budget for Orange County drivers crossing the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge toll (formerly known as the Tappan Zee Bridge) is now active. E-ZPass tagholders will pay $5.80 versus the standard $7.25 per trip, with no minimum trips required.
The Thruway Authority sent e-mail and snail mail notices out to Orange County residents in two batches: one to those who had account errors (e.g. an unpaid balance), and one to those whose accounts have no outstanding issues and would automatically enroll in the discount program.
“This is a meaningful win for Orange County residents, one that will keep real money in people’s pocketbooks,” said Senator Skoufis. “Rockland and Westchester residents have been getting a discount crossing the Tappan Zee for years. I'm grateful to my Assembly colleagues, the Governor, and the Thruway Authority for their partnership in bringing parity to Orange County. I remain laser-focused on ways to make life even a little more affordable here in the Hudson Valley.”
“When it comes to transit costs, Hudson Valley commuters have it hard enough as it is,” said Assemblymember Eachus. “Between high-cost tolls on the state thruway, bridge tolls, MTA Payroll Tax, and most recently Congestion Pricing, it’s never been harder to justify a daily city commute. That’s why I’m proud to join Senator Skoufis and Assemblymember Jacobson to announce the commencement of the 20% Tappan Zee toll discount for Orange County E-Z pass holders. It’s only right that the burden for west-of-Hudson drivers should be alleviated, and we’ve taken a big step today towards doing just that.”
"This is a huge win for Orange County residents. Unfortunately, there is limited train service in Orange County, and the only way for thousands to get to work is by car crossing the Tappan Zee. This discount will equal the one for Rockland and Westchester residents. Thanks to Senator James Skoufis and my Assembly colleagues, the Governor and the Thruway Authority for getting this over the finish line. While the discount may seem small to some, it adds up for a daily commuter. Every little bit helps these days,” said Assemblymember Jacobson.
“I’m thrilled that my constituents in Middletown and Wallkill are finally seeing the savings they’ve long deserved. Life has become far too expensive, and I’ll continue looking for ways we, as New York lawmakers, can make life more affordable for families across our state. Thank you to Senator Skoufis, Assembly Members Jacobson and Eachus, Governor Hochul, and the team at the Thruway Authority for working together to make this happen for Orange County residents,” said Assemblymember Kay.
“The Thruway continues to be a vital economic and commuter corridor in the tri-state area,” said Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank G. Hoare, Esq. “Governor Hochul is focused on enhancing affordability in New York State and this discount plan for Orange County residents delivers on that promise and maintains the service level our customers have come to expect.”
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