Transportation

in committee · New York · Assembly May 15, 2026

A 11425: Relates to establishing a statewide multi-agency integrated data system for certain violations relating to motor vehicle registration and use

Establishes a statewide multi-agency integrated data system for certain violations relating to motor vehicle registration and use which may be accessed by local law enforcement agencies for the issuance of fines, tickets, or notices of liability related to traffic offenses.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by creating a data system to better enforce motor vehicle registration and use violations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 10558: Expands what qualifies as an authorized project for the "county of Westchester public works investment act"

This bill expands the list of projects eligible for funding under the "County of Westchester Public Works Investment Act" to include the replacement of five specific bridges and three culverts. The legislation directly affects the Westchester County government by formally adding these infrastructure items to the authorized projects list, alongside several existing public buildings in the Valhalla and Mount Pleasant areas. By updating the legal definition of an "authorized project," the bill enables the county to proceed with replacing the Anita Lane, Ward Avenue, Halstead Avenue, Oakland Beach Avenue, and Playland Parkway bridges, as well as daylighting the East Blind Brook Culverts. This change allows the county to utilize the act's resources for these specific transportation improvements without requiring new legislation for each individual project.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands funding eligibility for bridge and culvert replacements, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 10354: Relates to school bus transportation

Provides that school bus transportation be provided where: a parent or guardian of a child not residing in the district on the April first date submits a written request within thirty days after establishing residence in the district; a family moves to a different dwelling within the district during the school year; a school moves locations from one location to another; or a parent or guardian chooses a nonpublic school for their child after April first.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by mandating school bus transportation for specific student populations, including new residents and those attending nonpublic schools.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates school bus transportation for specific student populations, directly expanding access to and funding for transportation services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 10323: Establishes the crime of aggravated distracted driving and provides that such crime shall be a misdemeanor

Establishes the crime of aggravated distracted driving; provides that such crime shall be a misdemeanor; requires the motor vehicle operator's driver's license to be revoked; provides that the registration may be revoked.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates a new crime and mandates license revocation, strengthening law enforcement tools and public safety.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by criminalizing aggravated distracted driving and imposing license revocation penalties.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 10322: Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with stopping requirements at intersections in violation of section 1174 of the vehicle and traffic law

Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with stopping requirements at intersections in violation of section 1174 of the vehicle and traffic law; relates to access to records.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens transportation safety by establishing owner liability for operator violations of stopping requirements at intersections.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 22, 2026

A 11477: Directs the department of transportation and the New York state thruway authority to identify sites along all highways, thruways and parkways in the state for wildlife crossings

Enacts the "New York wildlife crossing act"; directs the department of transportation and the New York state thruway authority, in consultation with the department of environmental conservation and the department of motor vehicles, to identify sites along all highways, thruways and parkways in the state where wildlife crossings are most needed to increase public safety and improve habitat connectivity and create a priority list of wildlife opportunity areas where federal grant monies may be available to implement the top five projects identified.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates identification of wildlife crossings to improve habitat connectivity and protect wildlife, directly supporting environmental conservation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates identification of wildlife crossing sites to enhance road safety and improve infrastructure connectivity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 15, 2026

A 11436: Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with stopping requirements at intersections in violation of section 1174 of the vehicle and traffic law

Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with stopping requirements at intersections in violation of section 1174 of the vehicle and traffic law; relates to access to records.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens transportation safety by imposing owner liability for operator violations of stopping requirements at intersections.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 11251: Relates to the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2026-2027 budget, authorizing certain payments and transfers

This bill directs the state comptroller to provide loans to specific transportation accounts, including those for transit authorities, railroads, and public transportation systems. It also authorizes a transfer of up to $48.85 million from the general fund to the MTA financial assistance fund and mobility tax trust account by March 31, 2027. The legislation is temporary and will automatically end once the official 2026-2027 budget law is passed.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes loans and transfers to fund transportation accounts and public transit systems, directly increasing funding for essential public services.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes loans and transfers to fund transportation accounts, transit authorities, and railroads.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability State Budget

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 27, 2026

A 11149: Enacts the "commuter rail employee rights protection act"

This bill, known as the Commuter Rail Employee Rights Protection Act, requires Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road to waive their legal immunity in lawsuits brought by employees or others. It mandates that these railroads comply with all existing federal laws covering employee safety, labor relations, retirement benefits, and discrimination. The changes apply to all current and future operations within New York state and are effective immediately.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill removes legal immunity and mandates compliance with federal safety and labor laws, directly strengthening worker protections.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by waiving legal immunity and mandating compliance with federal safety and labor laws for commuter railroads.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9751: Relates to drivers of buses, taxis and livery vehicles using hands-free mobile telephones

This bill prohibits drivers of buses, taxis, and livery vehicles from using hands-free mobile phones while their vehicles are in motion. The law allows for specific exceptions, such as when the phone is used for dispatch purposes or when the vehicle is parked away from a public highway. It also maintains existing exemptions for emergency communications and official duties performed by first responders. The changes will take effect sixty days after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by restricting phone use for bus, taxi, and livery drivers, reducing accident risks.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit Roads & Highways

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