Pressure is mounting for Congress to reverse cuts to commuter benefits as part of a major tax package this year.
Public agencies, businesses and lawmakers are hoping a provision that allows public transit riders to put away more pre-tax money for commuting costs will be attached to legislation on the payroll tax cut, which is set to expire on Feb. 29.
Without a fix to the law, it's projected many workers will face up to $550 in increased commuting expenses this year.
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