Relates to public notice and hearing prior to the imposition of new fees or surcharges by the New York state thruway authority

This bill requires the New York State Thruway Authority to provide public notice and hold a hearing before implementing new fees, surcharges, or significant changes to existing charges. The law defines fees broadly to include administrative charges, assessments, and any new or increased costs related to toll collection and account management. Key provisions mandate public posting of proposed changes, written notice to affected account holders, a minimum 30-day comment period, and at least one public hearing, either in person or virtually. The authority must also publish a written explanation justifying the costs the fee aims to recover and the rationale for the amount set. Any fee or surcharge adopted without following these procedures would be unenforceable until the requirements are met.