All eight Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) facilities are all electronic (cashless). With All Electronic Tolling (AET), drivers do not stop or slow down to pay tolls. Instead, they are collected through E-ZPass, Pay-By-Plate, and Video Tolling. The system not only provides convenience for motorists, but it also means less engine idling for better fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, decreased congestion and increased safety. The MDTA is self-sufficient and receives no gas tax, motor vehicle fees, or other revenue in the Transportation Trust Fund. MDTA facilities are fully financed, operated, maintained, improved, and protected with toll revenues paid by customers using those facilities.
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: mdtapios@mdta.state.md.us
MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY’S STATEMENT ON
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS
BALTIMORE, MD (March 21, 2025) – The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is reviewing recommendations made by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
The MDTA maintains the catastrophe and the tragic loss of life was the sole fault of the DALI and the gross negligence of her owners and operators who put profits above safety.
As requested, the MDTA will provide an update to the NTSB within 30 days, which will include any action we intend to take based on our active evaluation of the pier protection systems, operational changes, and vessel transit procedures of the Bay Bridge. The evaluation is being conducted using American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials methodology and was underway when the NTSB requested its results last fall.
Over the past 50 years, hundreds of thousands of vessels transited under the Key Bridge without incident. The Key Bridge, like other bridges in America, was approved and permitted by the federal government and in compliance with those permits.
The safety of Maryland highways and bridges is always a top priority for MDTA; over the last ten years, the State of Maryland has spent more than $175 million on safety and security for the Bay Bridge alone. MDTA is committed to evaluating and implementing operational changes and vessel transit procedures for both the new Key Bridge and the Bay Bridge.
Additional Info:
Have you recently received a text message claiming you owe money for unpaid tolls? Be aware there are ongoing SMS phishing attacks designed to trick you into paying fake toll debt. The most recent attacks replicate the look and logo of correspondence from DriveEzMD. Do NOT share personal information or make payments using these messages.
Remember- the only authorized methods to pay your Maryland tolls or perform account maintenance include:
- Visiting the official website: https://www.driveezmd.com/
- Using the DriveEzMD App
- Visiting a DriveEzMD Customer Service Center
- Calling the DriveEzMD Call Center at 1-888-321-6824
- Following the instructions included upon receipt of mailed Citations or Notices of Tolls Due (NOTDs)
If you receive one of these texts, the following is suggested:
- File a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), www.ic3.gov, be sure to include:
- The phone number from where the text originated.
- The website listed within the text
- Check your account using the toll service’s legitimate website.
- Contact the toll service’s customer service phone number.
- Delete any smishing texts received.
- If you clicked any link or provided your information, take efforts to secure your personal information and financial accounts. Dispute any unfamiliar charges.
To learn more from the IC3 or to report receipt of a smishing text, visit the most recent smishing PSA.
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