Authorizes local school districts and municipalities to determine and establish school speed limits

This bill (S 6711) gives local school districts and municipalities the authority to set school zone speed limits on roads near schools. It allows them to establish limits as low as 15 mph for up to 1,320 feet (the distance of a standard football field) along highways passing school entrances or buildings. Previously, the state department of transportation set these limits, but this bill shifts that responsibility to local entities. The change specifically modifies vehicle and traffic law to require local determination of school zone speeds, while maintaining a minimum 15 mph limit for these zones.