Daily News Article - April 26, 2010
1. Why was Cary Feldman of Illinois billed $200 by the Chicago Heights fire department after a minor traffic accident?
2. The fees charged to citizens for emergency response are being called a "crash tax." How many states have passed laws banning a "crash tax?"
3. What potential danger is there for people who are afraid they will be billed if they call 911?
4. Why did Mr. Feldman pay the $200 fine he received?
5. Mr. Feldman calls billing a citizen for a 911 call "extortion" and "a scam." He also said "We're paying taxes for these services. We don't need to have a second tax." Do you agree with his assertions? Explain your answer.