Authorizes an increase in the maximum speed limit for travel on certain roadways

This bill amends New York's Vehicle and Traffic Law to increase the maximum speed limit from 65 mph to 70 mph on specific state highways and interstates. It directly affects drivers traveling on designated routes, including the Thruway, I-81, I-87, I-88, and several state routes like NY-17 and NY-481. The key provision replaces "65 mph" with "70 mph" in the law, allowing the Department of Transportation to set the higher limit on roads meeting safety criteria. The change applies only to pre-approved roadways, not all highways, and requires compliance with existing traffic regulations. The bill is currently under review by the Transportation Committee.