Transportation

in committee · New York · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 10138: Relates to requiring all insurance companies to provide the New York city department of transportation with information regarding motor vehicle accidents within such city

Relates to requiring all insurance companies to provide the New York city department of transportation with information regarding motor vehicle accidents within such city.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates sharing accident data with the DOT, enhancing transportation safety and data-driven policy.80% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 1, 2026

A 11242: Directs the department of transportation to construct and install safety gates at a certain railroad crossing in the village of Castleton-on-Hudson, county of Rensselaer

Directs the department of transportation to construct and install safety gates at a certain railroad crossing in the village of Castleton-on-Hudson, county of Rensselaer within 2 years of the effective date.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates construction of safety gates at a railroad crossing, directly enhancing transportation safety and infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10511: Establishes the crime of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle resulting in death

Enacts the "Bryant Ortiz act"; establishes the crime of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle resulting in death when such person operates a motor vehicle upon a public highway without a valid license or in violation of the conditions of a learner's permit or any other limited driving privilege, including conditional and restricted use licenses, and in the course of such unlawful operation commits a traffic infraction or engages in negligent operation of a motor vehicle, and such operation results in the death of another person; makes it a class E felony.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates a new aggravated crime for unlicensed driving causing death, strengthening penalties and public safety within the criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes stricter penalties for unlicensed driving causing death, enhancing transportation safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 10543: Enacts the "ATV, UTV, ROV safe riding protection act"

This bill, titled the "ATV, UTV, ROV safe riding protection act," establishes new rules for operating all-terrain vehicles, utility task vehicles, and remote-off-road vehicles in New York State. It directly affects anyone who owns or drives these vehicles by requiring operators to be at least sixteen years old and hold a valid driver's license, with limited exceptions for minors under parental supervision on private property. The legislation also limits vehicle speeds to thirty miles per hour unless the vehicle is on a dedicated track, while simultaneously creating a formal registration system for UTVs that includes specific annual fees. Additionally, the bill defines UTVs as four-wheeled side-by-side vehicles and clarifies that agricultural or snowplowing vehicles used exclusively for those purposes are exempt from these regulations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes safety regulations for off-road vehicles, enhancing transportation safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Roads & Highways

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failed · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10938: Provides a one-year utility bill tax and surcharge holiday and two-year green energy tax holiday

This bill offers temporary relief on utility costs for one year and exempts fees related to green energy projects for two years. During the first year, customers will not pay sales tax, gross receipts tax, or specific surcharges on their utility bills, and utility companies must lower their rates to match the savings. The second part of the bill prevents utility companies from charging ratepayers for building renewable energy systems, electric vehicle infrastructure, or charging stations for two years. To cover the lost tax revenue, the state will transfer money from its general fund to the relevant accounts after the one-year holiday ends. These changes directly affect all utility customers and those involved in renewable energy or electric vehicle projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief and exemptions on utility bills and green energy fees, directly supporting fiscal relief for consumers.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax relief on utility bills and exempts fees for green energy projects, directly supporting renewable energy and protecting consumers.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes green energy and renewable systems while reducing utility costs.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill exempts fees for EV infrastructure and charging stations, directly promoting sustainable transportation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Fees & Licensing Sales Tax Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10506: Provides enhanced building aid for school construction projects in municipalities that meet transit-oriented development or housing growth benchmarks

Provides that for any school district located wholly or partially within a municipality that meets transit-oriented development or housing growth benchmarks, the approved building aid ratio for any eligible capital construction project shall be increased by five percentage points.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases school construction funding by raising the building aid ratio, directly strengthening fiscal support for public education infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases building aid for school construction projects, directly enhancing school infrastructure and funding.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases funding for school construction in municipalities meeting housing growth benchmarks, incentivizing housing development.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill incentivizes transit-oriented development and housing growth, directly promoting sustainable transportation and public transit usage.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10404: 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 biodiversity, directly supporting environmental conservation.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates identifying sites for wildlife crossings to enhance public safety and improve habitat connectivity on highways.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Wildlife

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 11476: Expands what qualifies as an authorized project for the "county of Westchester public works investment act"

This bill amends the "County of Westchester Public Works Investment Act" to officially include the replacement of five specific bridges as eligible projects for funding. The legislation directly affects the Westchester County Department of Public Works by adding these bridge replacements to the list of authorized construction and repair activities. The five bridges targeted for replacement are the Anita Lane, Ward Avenue, Halstead Avenue, Oakland Beach Avenue, and Playland Parkway bridges, all located in Mamaroneck or Rye. By making these projects eligible, the bill allows the county to utilize existing public works funds to repair or rebuild these structures without needing separate legislative approval for each one.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands funding eligibility for essential public infrastructure projects, strengthening state budget allocation for public works.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands funding eligibility for replacing five specific bridges, directly advancing road infrastructure and transportation safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 6, 2026

S 9807: Requires the commissioner of transportation establishes an interactive website for reporting defects on public highways

This bill directs the commissioner of transportation to create an interactive website where the public can report issues such as potholes, debris, and damaged signage on public highways. The proposed system allows users to track the status of their reports and receive updates when repairs are finished or when information is sent to the responsible local municipality. Additionally, the commissioner must post the locations of reported defects on state highways and notify the appropriate authorities when a problem is identified on a road under local jurisdiction. The law will take effect approximately seven months after it is signed into legislation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances road safety and infrastructure management by creating a public reporting system for highway defects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 9750: Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles

This bill requires state, county, and local transportation projects to prioritize safe access for all road users, including drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and public transit riders, by applying complete street design principles. It mandates that these design features be used during the planning, design, construction, and rehabilitation of funded projects, while also applying them to resurfacing and maintenance if the work is expected to last at least ten years. Additionally, the legislation updates the criteria for denying funding to projects, allowing officials to reject proposals that show a demonstrated lack of community support based on factors like population density and traffic volumes. The changes will take effect approximately 270 days after becoming law and will not apply to projects already approved before that date.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates complete street design principles to improve safety and access for all road users, directly enhancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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