Previously, Lopez served as deputy secretary for transportation for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. During his tenure, the administration advanced a wide-ranging transportation agenda that included the $32 billion, five-year New York State Department of Transportation Capital Program, the 2023 Metropolitan Transportation Authority financial stabilization package and the launch of New York City’s congestion pricing program. Lopez helped coordinate implementation of these priorities across agencies, partners and stakeholders.
His New York transportation experience also includes serving as the Bronx Borough Commissioner and director of legislative affairs for the New York City Department of Transportation, as well as roles with the New York City Comptroller’s Office, Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit and New York City Council.
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