Thank you for the opportunity to testify. My name is Jaqi Cohen and I am the Director of Climate and Equity Policy for Tri-State Transportation
Diesel emissions from heavy-duty trucks are a leading source of air pollution, contributing to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, increased cancer risks, and premature mortality. In California alone, the ACF rule is expected to save around 2,500 lives by 2050 and deliver roughly $26.5 billion in health savings.
With less traffic on our roads and more direct investment in transit, we will see a significant reduction in carbon emissions, fostering a cleaner, healthier environment for all New Yorkers.
One in four New Yorkers find themselves living within half a mile of a mega-warehouse. The consequences are severe, disproportionately affecting underserved communities and communities of color. TSTC urges support for the Clean Deliveries Act.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide comment today. My name is Jaqi Cohen and I am the Director of Climate and Equity Policy at
