Earlier this year, the governor had put on hold a planned toll hike that would have charged drivers $15 for entering the busiest parts of Manhattan, saying the fee was too high.

Critics of the plan said its a heavy tax on commuters, while those in favor of the plan are applauding the governor's move saying the money is necessary to make buses and trains faster and keep them running.

Service between New York and New Haven, Connecticut, remained suspended on Wednesday due to a fire the day before.

Amtrak service along sections of the Northeast corridor have resumed after disruptions on two consecutive days