Transportation (Pedestrian Safety)

in committee · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 11255: Requires a review of school safety plans for traffic and transportation issues

Requires a local transportation regulatory agency to review school safety plans for traffic and transportation issues prior to the issuance of a building permit for a new school facility or the expansion or renovation of an existing school facility.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates safety reviews for school facilities, protecting infrastructure and student safety.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates safety reviews for school traffic and transportation plans, enhancing safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety School Transportation Pedestrian Safety

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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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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 17, 2026

S 9950: Relates to personal delivery services

Amends the definition of motor vehicle to exclude personal delivery devices; requires personal delivery device operators demonstrate an adequate safety record and proof of insurance; subjects personal delivery devices to traffic rules and laws applicable to pedestrians; sets speed limits; requires such devices to obey all traffic and pedestrian control devices, and set minimum equipment standards.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by regulating personal delivery devices, requiring insurance, and mandating adherence to traffic laws.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10766: Relates to personal delivery services

Amends the definition of motor vehicle to exclude personal delivery devices; requires personal delivery device operators demonstrate an adequate safety record and proof of insurance; subjects personal delivery devices to traffic rules and laws applicable to pedestrians; sets speed limits; requires such devices to obey all traffic and pedestrian control devices, and set minimum equipment standards.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by establishing safety records, insurance, and traffic rules for personal delivery devices.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 9749: 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 ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentComplete street design promotes sustainable transportation, reduces vehicle emissions, and encourages active travel, aligning with environmental protection goals.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates complete street design for funded projects, enhancing infrastructure and promoting sustainable transportation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 27, 2026

S 9605: 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 infrastructure for pedestrians.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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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 · Assembly Feb 2, 2026

A 10118: Relates to food delivery worker safety

Enacts the "food delivery worker safety and fair algorithms act" to prohibit food delivery platforms from utilizing or deploying any algorithmic management system that requires or incentivizes delivery workers to complete deliveries within a fixed or rigid time window that cannot reasonably be met while complying with all applicable traffic laws and safety regulations; penalizes, deactivates, suspends, deprioritizes, or otherwise limits a delivery worker's access to work opportunities for failure to meet delivery time estimates that do not account for traffic patterns, traffic congestion, weather conditions, restaurant delays, or lawful compliance with traffic signals, signage, and rules of the road; directly or indirectly incentivizes speeding, unsafe operation of a vehicle or bicycle, or disregard of traffic control devices, signage, or pedestrian right-of-way; and reduces pay, tips, bonuses, or access to incentives based on a delivery worker's refusal or inability to engage in unsafe or unlawful conduct.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits algorithms forcing unsafe delivery timelines, directly protecting workers' safety rights per bill's explicit language on traffic law compliance and penalty prevention.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill prevents algorithms requiring delivery workers to violate traffic laws, enhancing road safety compliance which aligns with transportation safety indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 5, 2026

J 1647: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 2026, as Pedestrian Safety Month in the State of New York

This resolution asks Governor Hochul to declare October 2026 as Pedestrian Safety Month in New York State, aligning with National Pedestrian Safety Month. It cites statistics showing approximately 300 pedestrian deaths annually in New York and references the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Safe System Approach to promote public awareness of safety measures like yielding at crosswalks and reducing speed. The resolution does not create new laws but seeks to elevate pedestrian safety through statewide recognition and education.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes pedestrian safety awareness through public campaigns, directly enhancing transportation safety as per bill's focus on crosswalk yielding and speed reduction.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 25, 2026

S 9054: Requires electric scooter service platforms to maintain insurance coverage

This bill requires electric scooter companies operating in New York State (via apps) to maintain $25,000 in liability insurance per accident covering injuries or property damage during any ride. It applies specifically to platforms owning or controlling more than two scooters, mandating coverage from the moment a user unlocks a scooter through their app until the ride ends. Companies must provide proof of insurance to law enforcement upon request or to anyone injured by a scooter within 24 hours. The law ensures victims have a clear insurance source for claims related to app-based scooter operations, with the coverage being primary over other insurance.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRegulates electric scooter platforms, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure under vehicle regulations as part of transportation policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Pedestrian Safety

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