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We reached out for clarification on this common question and learned registrants should continue to mail registration plates to the DMV. NY DMV’s Central Office has not closed. They continue to receive and process mail.  The DMV uses the postmark date on the envelope as the date of surrender; this date will be reflected on the FS-6T Receipt. More information: https://dmv.ny.gov/registration/how-surrender-return-or-turn-your-plates-dmv​ ​Have a question you need help with? Post it in the Community​! Source

However, please be advised that the best practice is still for you to have as many people as possible work from remote locations. Also, per the ESDC, you still must maintain a clean and safe work environment as required by the New York State Health Department. ​Remote Working Resources For more Coronavirus resources, visit our resource page.​ Source

​Big I NY President & CEO, Lisa Lounsbury spoke to Eric Madoff, CEO & Executive Director at New York State Insurance Fund, this morning regarding NYSIF’s approach to work with policyholders regarding the coronavirus.  We are very pleased to share the following correspondence that will go out to NYSIF policyholders later today.  In addition to offering premium payment flexibility, NYSIF recognizes that payrolls may decrease and is willing to adjust premium payments to meet policyholder needs.​​​ ​Dear Policyholder,Extraordinary times call for extraordinary solutions. As the coronavirus (COVID-19) takes its toll on New York businesses, NYSIF stands ready to help by lowering your premium to reflect…