Sentences with phrase «taxi companies opposed»
As he learns more about Uber's decision to undermine a taxi worker protest against the Muslim ban, we hope Gov. Cuomo will join New Yorkers in condemning Uber's behavior as well,» said Dustin Jones of United for Equal Access New York in a statement released by a consortium of taxi companies opposed to the ride hailing expansion.
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Heastie didn't rule out changes to reach an agreement, as expanding the services upstate is being opposed by taxi companies that face stiff competition from apps offered by Lyft or Uber.
Essentially, those who oppose ride - hailing services believe they aren't required to play by the same rules as taxi companies.
As Uber and Lyft make a last - minute push to legalize upstate ride - hailing services as the state legislative session winds down, upstate taxi companies have formed a new coalition opposing them: The Upstate Transportation Association says it represents thousands of vehicles in Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, Ithaca and Binghamton.
Last month, dozens of taxi drivers held a rally at the governor's office in Manhattan urging him to oppose legislation to create special rules for ride - sharing companies.
Uber and Lyft are opposed by a series of interest groups, including labor unions concerned about employee protections, existing taxi companies and disability rights advocates.
Opposing interest groups including existing taxi companies hold sway there.
State lawmakers have come under heavy lobbying from taxi industry associations and companies who oppose allowing Uber and Lyft to expand Upstate and compete with them.