Taking their fight to the steps of the courthouse, the taxi drivers and medallion owners are continuing their fight against a congestion tax they say threatens their livelihood.
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"If not go away, this congestion pricing, more of us will surely die," says medallion owner Richards Chow.
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In the latest round, a judge has continued a temporary restraining order against the implementation of the congestion surcharge.
Albany passed the law, which imposes a $2.50 fee for yellow taxis and a $2.75 fee on green taxis and other for-hire vehicles like Uber and Lyft and a $0.75 fee for shared pool rides to help ease congestion in Manhattan's central business district.
The law is estimated to raise $400 million per year for the MTA.
"I don't know what they want - I have to fight, I have to do something. I'm not going to die like my best friend," said medallion owner Nicolae Hent.
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Hent's friend was one of eight medallion owners and drivers faced with financial hardships who have committed suicide. The rally was against the so-called 'suicide tax.'
A judge issued a restraining order after drivers and fleet owners filed a lawsuit against the TLC and the governor.
In a statement, the governor's office says the delay costs the MTA $1 million each day,
:"We intend to defend it vigorously at the next court date, so that New Yorkers have a safe, reliable transportation system."
Congestion tax is on hold for two more weeks until the next court date.
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