Transportation

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 6, 2026

A 10491: Relates to certain signal devices for railroad trains or other on-track equipment

Requires whenever any person driving a vehicle approaches a railroad grade crossing where there is on-track equipment, the driver of such vehicle shall stop not less than fifteen feet from the nearest rail of such railroad, and shall not proceed until they can do so safely.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by requiring vehicles to stop at railroad crossings, protecting drivers and improving overall road safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 30, 2026

A 10758: Requires bike shares to equip all bicycles with electric assist with speed and location tracking technology

Requires bike shares to equip all bicycles with electric assist with speed and location tracking technology and to revoke customer account if such customers ride over the speed limit or against the flow of traffic.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill mandates location tracking technology and imposes penalties, restricting user privacy and limiting technology use freedom.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety through electric assist and tracking technology while promoting sustainable transportation via bike share improvements85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9358: Relates to establishing a pilot program to evaluate the impact of commuter vans accepting street hails

Directs the New York city taxi and limousine commission to establish a pilot program to evaluate the impact of commuter vans accepting street hails; authorizes commuter vans to accept hails from prospective passengers in the street in certain locations until June thirtieth, two thousand thirty; directs the New York city taxi and limousine commission to submit a report evaluating such pilot program to the mayor, the speaker of the council, the governor, the temporary president of the senate, and the speaker of the assembly, no later than February first, two thousand twenty-eight and annually thereafter until the completion of such pilot program.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands commuter van services by allowing street hails, improving public transportation accessibility and options for commuters.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 24, 2026

S 9547: Relation to the state's liability for damages caused by defects on state roads

Imposes liability on the state for injuries or damage sustained by persons while traveling on state highways, if the same are caused by a defect or dangerous condition that the state had notice of, but did not repair.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill imposes state liability for road defects, enhancing transportation safety and accountability for highway conditions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 6, 2026

A 10431: Establishes a supplemental motor vehicle registration fee for counties outside the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District

Establishes a $25 annual supplemental motor vehicle registration fee for counties outside the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District; dedicates the revenue to upstate public transportation systems.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates new tax revenue dedicated to upstate public transportation systems, directly funding essential public services and infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes supplemental fee dedicated to upstate public transportation systems, directly funding transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9361: Requires operators of bicycles with electric assist, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles to wear protective head gear

This bill requires all operators of electric bicycles, electric scooters, and motor-driven cycles to wear protective helmets regardless of their age. The law mandates that helmets meet standards set by the commissioner and must be properly fitted and secured with straps. It applies to anyone riding these vehicles, removing previous age restrictions that allowed some riders to go without helmets. The bill also clarifies the definition of motor-driven cycles and establishes new sections in the vehicle and traffic law to enforce these safety requirements.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating helmet use for e-bikes and scooters, protecting riders and reducing accidents.85% confidence

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passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9586: Prohibits the operation of N.Y. city transit authority subways or trains without a conductor on board

This bill mandates that the New York City Transit Authority must have at least one conductor on every subway or train, with limited exceptions for current operations. The law defines a conductor as the staff member responsible for safety tasks like opening and closing doors, distinguishing them from the driver or engineer. Proponents argue this requirement enhances passenger safety and provides a critical first responder presence to handle emergencies or potential security threats. The measure applies immediately to all passenger trains operated by the authority.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating conductor presence on subway trains with more than two cars, improving operational oversight and passenger safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit

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failed · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 10743: Waives metered parking fees for certain vehicles displaying a handicapped permit or with handicapped plates

This bill waives metered parking fees for vehicles displaying handicapped permits or plates issued to severely disabled drivers in New York State. It directly affects individuals with disabilities who meet specific criteria, such as limited fine motor control or inability to reach parking meters due to mobility challenges. The law allows these permit holders to park at metered spaces without paying fees, though time limits still apply. It also establishes rules for issuing permits to residents of smaller municipalities and imposes civil penalties for fraudulent attempts to obtain fee waivers.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill supports transportation accessibility by waiving parking fees for disabled drivers, improving mobility for those with physical limitations.85% confidence

Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 3, 2026

A 10399: Enacts the "real accessible pedestrian signal act"

Enacts the "real accessible pedestrian signal act" in relation to requiring newly installed or constructed pedestrian signal units to be accessible pedestrian signals and to include tactile maps.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates accessible pedestrian signals with tactile maps, enhancing transportation safety and accessibility for pedestrians.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 9646: Enacts the "New York Determining Obligations and Guaranteeing Enforcement (DOGE) in Government Contracting Act"

Directs the department of economic development, in conjunction with the empire state development corporation, to review all contracts entered into or overseen or enforced by the department of economic development and/or the empire state development corporation relating to the leasing of state-owned premises to private parties for the production, manufacture and/or development of solar shingle products, electric vehicle charging networks, advanced driver-assistance systems, and/or supercomputer hardware and to identify and eliminate fraud, abuse or waste by private parties.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes solar shingle products and electric vehicle charging networks, advancing renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure development.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes development of solar shingles, EV charging networks, advanced driver-assistance systems, and supercomputers through state contracts.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes electric vehicle charging networks, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure75% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Solar Electric Vehicles

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