Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed payroll tax plus other measures should help close the MTA's budget deficit. But the agency still plans a 5.5% fare hike. NewsdayTV's Alfonso Castillo reports. Credit: Craig Ruttle; Governor Kathy Hochul's Office; File Footage

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