The White House says the news is the first of several funding announcements for the project expected this year.

A pilot program will apply cloud-computing and artificial intelligence to improve operations and study traffic analytics on the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel and George Washington Bridge.

“The funding we are announcing today is just one of the many ways we are making New Jersey the best place to start a business, the place to do business, and the place to scale a business in this increasingly interconnected world," said U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez.

The bi-state agency released its facility volumes for December as well as for all of last year, which showed a mixed bag of results.

The funding will go toward capital projects for NJ Transit/NY Waterway and Belford Ferry Terminal in Middletown.

“Just read MTA spelled backwards and it tells you exactly how the MTA looks at New Jersey, outer borough, and other suburban New York drivers right now: as their personal ATM,” said U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer.

As part of a pilot program, the Student Pass fare option will now include eligible part-time learners.

Departures have resumed around the country, including at Newark, after a Wednesday morning failure of the Notice to Air Missions System halted all domestic departures.

“We look forward to welcoming passengers to this magnificent, state-of-the-art facility, where they will enjoy best-in-class functionality, inspiring public art, delicious local concessions, and a transformative experience from curb to gate," said Thomas Pietrykoski, director of corporate communications, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

According to the company, the yearly national average is projected to drop by nearly 50 cents per gallon from 2022.

The nearly $150,000 project includes the upgrading of original stations and the addition of 10 new sites.

However, "challenges remain that could drive prices up again next spring, so motorists might want to keep their expectations in check and enjoy the sub-$3 gasoline while they can,” said GasBuddy analysis Patrick De Haan.