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January 9, 2017
and more prevalent, and become a greater share of the transportation network, people with
disabilities should have equal access to the use of their services. Without these requirements,
people with disabilities will be locked out of an important part of the emerging transportation
system throughout New York.
I know that disability advocates across the state look to you for leadership, and are ready to meet
with you and your staff to discuss how to make accessibility a core part of ride share legislation.
I urge you to continue your efforts to make all services in New York available to all of its
citizens. If you would like to discuss this matter, you can reach me through my scheduler, Amy
Beller at Amy.Beller@drake.edu.
With best wishes for the New Year
Yours truly,