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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Richard Chow, Member of New York Taxi Workers Alliance

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125 sec

Richard Chow, a taxi driver and member of the New York Taxi Workers Alliance, testified against lowering the personal injury protection (PIP) insurance coverage from $200,000 to $50,000. He shared personal experiences to illustrate the risks drivers face and argued that the proposed bill is dangerous for drivers.

  • Chow described a past accident where he was sued, emphasizing the potential financial risks of lowering insurance coverage.
  • He expressed concern about the inadequacy of $50,000 coverage for serious accidents, citing potential hospital bills and loss of income.
  • Chow argued that saving $600 per year in premiums is not worth the increased risk to drivers' livelihoods and assets.