Transportation (Bicycle Infrastructure)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 24, 2025

S 3197: Prohibits the use of virtual reality headsets while operating a motor vehicle

This bill prohibits drivers from wearing virtual reality headsets while operating any motor vehicle, limited use automobile, motorcycle, or bicycle on public roads. It specifically bans the use of VR headsets - distinct from other audio devices - while driving, aiming to prevent distractions that could impair safe operation. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment, with immediate authority granted to create necessary rules for implementation. It directly affects all road users operating the listed vehicles, focusing on eliminating a specific distraction hazard.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits VR headsets to prevent driver distraction, directly enhancing road safety standards per transportation topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2004: Relates to leaving the scene of an accident involving an electric scooter or bicycle with an electric assist system without reporting in the first and second degrees

Increases the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving an electric scooter without reporting in the second degree and leaving the scene of an accident involving an electric scooter without reporting in the first degree; provides increased penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving a wheeled non-motorized means of conveyance without reporting in the first and second degrees when the vehicle involved is a bicycle with an electric assist system.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases penalties for leaving accident scenes involving e-scooters/bikes, enhancing transportation safety standards for emerging vehicle types.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7549: Requiring that vehicles yield the right of way to multi-use trails that cross roadways

Bill S 7549 requires drivers to yield the right of way to individuals using multi-use trails when those trails cross a roadway within a crosswalk. This applies to pedestrians, bicyclists, and others using non-motorized transport on designated multi-use trails. Users of these trails will also be subject to the same limitations as pedestrians when crossing a roadway in a crosswalk. The bill defines multi-use trails as those established by various state or local entities for recreational and transportation purposes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates vehicle yielding to trail users, enhancing safety for pedestrians/bicyclists on multi-use trails crossing roadways, directly promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3387: Relates to requiring inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects subject to oversight by the department of transportation

Requires inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects undertaken by DOT or which receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates complete street design for DOT projects, enhancing safety and accessibility in transportation infrastructure95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1128: Establishes a bicycle and pedestrian planning assistance program within the department of transportation

Establishes a bicycle and pedestrian planning assistance program within the department of transportation to provide county and municipal governments with planning assistance for locally driven projects and activities that lead to bicycle and pedestrian friendly infrastructure; establishes criteria for approval for assistance under such program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes non-motorized transportation infrastructure, reducing vehicle emissions and supporting environmental protection through sustainable mobility planning.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes program to fund bike/pedestrian infrastructure planning, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure within transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 9, 2025

S 915: Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles

This bill requires state and local transportation agencies to design all new or majorly reconstructed public roads - including those funded by federal and state money - to safely accommodate all users. Specifically, it mandates considering pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, and public transit riders during planning, construction, and major rehabilitation (but not routine maintenance or resurfacing under 10 years). Agencies must incorporate "complete street" features like bike lanes and wider sidewalks where projects meet certain thresholds, such as a 10-year service life for resurfacing. The law applies to all projects overseen by the Department of Transportation and takes effect 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes walking/cycling infrastructure reducing vehicle emissions, aligning with environmental protection goals through transportation design.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates complete street design with bike lanes/sidewalks for new/reconstructed roads, enhancing safety for pedestrians/cyclists and promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1875: Relates to requiring inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects subject to oversight by the department of transportation

Requires inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects undertaken by DOT or which receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires complete street design inclusion for DOT projects, enhancing safety and accessibility for all transportation users per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2120: Relates to the service life requirement for painting, striping and other new infrastructure dedicated primarily for pedestrian or cyclist use

Enables federal aid municipal street and highway funding for projects for painting, striping and other new infrastructure dedicated primarily for pedestrian or cyclist use notwithstanding the ten year service life requirement.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnables federal funding for pedestrian/cyclist infrastructure, advancing sustainable transportation projects by removing service life barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 8, 2025

S 131: Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding

Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding; authorizes the department to compile and make publicly available guidance and reference material related to consideration of complete street design.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires complete street design consideration for funded projects, promoting multi-modal safety and sustainable infrastructure - directly advances transportation design standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 639: Relates to the operation of bicycles at stop signs and traffic-control signals

Relates to special provisions for the operation of bicycles when approaching stop signs and traffic-control signals including steady circular red signals and red arrow signals.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill modifies bicycle traffic regulations at stop signs/ signals, enhancing transportation safety standards per topic description.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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