David Do

David Do is an American government official who is the former Chair and Commissioner of the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission. He was appointed by Mayor Eric Adams on May 19, 2022.

He previously served as the Director of the Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV) in Washington, D.C., where he implemented various initiatives to improve the for-hire vehicle industry. These initiatives included launching DC Microtransit, an on-demand shuttle service, and creating a centralized dispatch platform for wheelchair-accessible taxis.

Do's career in public service also includes his role as the Director of the Washington, D.C. Mayor’s Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs. In this position, he worked to enhance the quality of life for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the district. His efforts in the LGBTQ+ community earned him the Catalyst Award from the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Association in 2019.

Leadership at the TLC As TLC Commissioner and Chair, Do has been tasked with navigating the challenges faced by New York City's taxi and for-hire vehicle industries in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing medallion debt crisis. His leadership is characterized by a focus on innovation, accessibility, and equity.

During his confirmation hearing, Do emphasized his commitment to improving driver pay and protections, supporting the integration of electric vehicles (EVs), and enhancing accessibility within the TLC fleet. He highlighted the importance of increasing the number of trips and diversifying how taxis receive trips, particularly through partnerships like Uber's collaboration with Curb and Arro. However, later in the same month, he announced that he would not be taking the role.

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