Transportation (Roads & Highways)

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 26, 2026

A 10708: Prohibits the sale of ATVs and off-highway motorcycles in the city of New York

This bill prohibits the sale, lease, or rental of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-highway motorcycles within the city of New York. It applies to all businesses and individuals attempting to sell these vehicles in the city and establishes penalties of up to $2,000 per violation for non-compliance. The law also allows authorities to impound vehicles sold in violation and requires dealers to register with the commissioner while restricting sales to those intended for use outside the city. Enforcement is authorized for city department employees, police, and other agencies designated by the mayor. The bill takes effect on January 1st of the year following its passage.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts ATV and off-highway motorcycle sales in NYC, limiting transportation options and vehicle availability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 9593: Enacts the stop highway community harm act

Prevents an increase in vehicular lane capacity of highways within two hundred feet of certain public housing facilities, in areas with high rates of asthma, and in environmental justice communities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill restricts highway expansion near high asthma and environmental justice communities, reducing potential pollution and protecting vulnerable populations from environmental harm.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects public housing facilities by restricting highway expansions near them, preventing environmental harm that disproportionately affects housing residents in environmental justice communities.85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts highway lane capacity increases near public housing and environmental justice communities, limiting transportation infrastructure expansion.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Environmental Justice Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 13, 2026

A 10639: 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 liability on state for road defects, enhancing safety standards and protecting travelers on state highways.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 9635: Prohibits the use of drilling fluids, brine and flowback water from gas or oil wells, pools, or fields on any highway

Prohibits the use of drilling fluids, brine and flowback water from gas or oil wells, pools, or fields on any highway for any purpose including but not limited to de-icing or dust suppression.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prohibits use of potentially contaminated drilling fluids on highways, reducing pollution risk and protecting water quality and soil from hazardous substances.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill prohibits hazardous drilling waste on highways, enhancing public safety and protecting transportation infrastructure from contamination.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 26, 2026

A 10607: Enacts the stop highway community harm act

Prevents an increase in vehicular lane capacity of highways within two hundred feet of certain public housing facilities, in areas with high rates of asthma, and in environmental justice communities.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects public housing facilities by restricting highway expansions that could harm residents, particularly in environmental justice communities with high asthma rates.85% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts highway lane capacity increases near public housing and environmental justice areas, limiting transportation infrastructure expansion.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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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 Feb 12, 2026

A 10261: Relates to the use of vehicle-mounted variable message signs by emergency roadside service vehicles, tow trucks and highway assistance vehicles

Authorizes the use of vehicle-mounted variable message signs on emergency road service vehicles, tow trucks and highway assistance vehicles when such vehicles are responding to roadside emergencies or disabled vehicles, only for safety-related communications.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes safety-related variable message signs on emergency vehicles during roadside responses, directly enhancing transportation safety standards per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 25, 2026

S 9292: Establishes a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road for individuals in active military service of the United States and active duty members of the New York national guard

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority, in consultation with the Long Island Rail Road, to establish a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road for individuals in active military service of the United States and active duty members of the New York national guard, upon showing a military or national guard identification card.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates free public transit access for military on LIRR, directly enhancing public transportation services and accessibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 9186: Relates to a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road, the New York city transit authority, and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company for certain armed forces, firefighters, and police

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority, in consultation with the Long Island Rail Road, the New York city transit authority, and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company, to establish a no fare program for transportation on the Long Island Rail Road, the New York city transit authority, and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company for certain active duty, reserves, retired armed forces members, firefighters, and police officers.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes free transit access for military/fire/police on MTA systems, expanding public transit benefits for key personnel.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill provides free transit for retired armed forces (veterans) via no-fare program, directly supporting veteran service recognition and access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 26, 2026

A 10345: Dissolves the Rockland county drainage agency and transfers its powers to the Rockland county highway department; repealer

Dissolves the Rockland county drainage agency and transfers its powers to the Rockland county highway department; repeals provisions relating to creating a stream control act for the county of Rockland and defining its powers and duties.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationTransferring drainage powers to highway department integrates infrastructure management under transportation authority, strengthening road maintenance coordination.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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