Transportation

signed · New York · Senate Aug 14, 2026

S 10058: Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the village of Croton-on-Hudson

This bill authorizes the village of Croton-on-Hudson to run a demonstration program using cameras to monitor vehicle speeds in school zones. Under the plan, vehicle owners could be held financially liable if the operator of their car exceeds posted speed limits during school hours and surrounding times. The program would allow the village to install these monitoring systems in up to three zones at once, provided the equipment passes regular tests and is operated by trained staff. To protect privacy, the bill requires that images captured by the cameras generally exclude the driver and passengers, and it strictly limits how long and by whom these photos can be kept or shared. The authorization for this specific pilot program is set to expire on December 31, 2031.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by implementing speed cameras in school zones to reduce vehicle speeds and protect students.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · New York · Assembly Aug 14, 2026

A 10455: Relates to adjudications and owner liability for a violation of traffic-control signal indications in the city of Ithaca

This bill authorizes the city of Ithaca to implement a demonstration program that holds vehicle owners financially responsible for traffic light violations committed by drivers operating the vehicle with the owner's permission. The program would use photo-monitoring cameras at up to twelve intersections to capture violations, with the city required to take reasonable steps to avoid identifying drivers or passengers in the images. Owners could face fines of up to $50 per violation, plus an additional $25 if they fail to contest the charge within the specified timeframe, and the liability would not count as a criminal conviction or affect insurance records. The bill also establishes procedures for issuing notices, allowing owners to contest charges, and provides a defense if the vehicle was reported stolen at the time of the violation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances traffic safety through owner liability for violations, promoting safer transportation practices in Ithaca.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

signed · New York · Senate Aug 14, 2026

S 9238: Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of New Rochelle

S 9238 establishes a temporary program allowing the city of New Rochelle to use photo speed cameras in school zones to issue fines to vehicle owners for speeding violations. The program permits up to three school zones at a time, with cameras active during school hours and 30 minutes before/after school or student activities. Key provisions require annual calibration checks, privacy safeguards to blur driver/vehicle details in images, and strict handling of recorded data (destruction after case resolution). The program expires December 31, 2031, and applies only to New Rochelle's school speed zones.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill implements speed cameras in school zones to enforce speed limits, directly enhancing transportation safety through vehicle regulation enforcement.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9586: Prohibits the operation of N.Y. city transit authority subways or trains without a conductor on board

This bill mandates that the New York City Transit Authority must have at least one conductor on every subway or train, with limited exceptions for current operations. The law defines a conductor as the staff member responsible for safety tasks like opening and closing doors, distinguishing them from the driver or engineer. Proponents argue this requirement enhances passenger safety and provides a critical first responder presence to handle emergencies or potential security threats. The measure applies immediately to all passenger trains operated by the authority.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating conductor presence on subway trains with more than two cars, improving operational oversight and passenger safety.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 10066: Establishes a comprehensive study of highway construction and maintenance worker safety

Directs the department of transportation to conduct a comprehensive study of highway construction and maintenance worker safety; directs the department to gather feedback from stakeholders; requires the department to submit a report on its findings and recommendations.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates a study on highway worker safety, directly advancing workplace safety protections under Labor & Employment.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates study to enhance worker safety on highway projects, directly advancing transportation safety standards per indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 4, 2026

A 8675: Enacts the "prevention of damage to critical infrastructure act of 2026"

Enacts the "prevention of damage to critical infrastructure act"; prevents junk dealers and scrap processors from selling metals that are used by critical infrastructure providers; defines terms.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill protects transportation infrastructure by preventing sale of metals used in critical systems, aligning with 'protect' indicator for transportation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 11476: Expands what qualifies as an authorized project for the "county of Westchester public works investment act"

This bill amends the "County of Westchester Public Works Investment Act" to officially include the replacement of five specific bridges as eligible projects for funding. The legislation directly affects the Westchester County Department of Public Works by adding these bridge replacements to the list of authorized construction and repair activities. The five bridges targeted for replacement are the Anita Lane, Ward Avenue, Halstead Avenue, Oakland Beach Avenue, and Playland Parkway bridges, all located in Mamaroneck or Rye. By making these projects eligible, the bill allows the county to utilize existing public works funds to repair or rebuild these structures without needing separate legislative approval for each one.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands funding eligibility for essential public infrastructure projects, strengthening state budget allocation for public works.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands funding eligibility for replacing five specific bridges, directly advancing road infrastructure and transportation safety.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · New York · Assembly Jun 3, 2026

A 9561: Relates to the distribution of road salt

Requires that the department of transportation and every municipality, locality and public authority shall not spread road salt at a rate higher than three hundred pounds per lane mile on average during each snow and ice management season.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill restricts road salt application rate (300 lbs/lane mile), limiting a transportation maintenance practice per transportation infrastructure topic.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10744: Permanently authorizes the pilot residential parking permit system in the city of Buffalo

This bill extends the pilot residential parking permit program in Buffalo from its original 2026 expiration date to December 31, 2031. The legislation directly affects residents of Buffalo who currently hold or are eligible for these special parking permits. By amending the existing vehicle and traffic law, the bill ensures the temporary program continues without interruption. The change is purely procedural, updating the expiration date in the statute without altering how the permit system operates.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill extends a parking permit pilot program, supporting local transportation management and infrastructure planning in Buffalo.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed both · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 10055: Authorizes the office for the aging to establish, operate and maintain programs for transportation services

Authorizes the office for the aging to establish, operate and maintain programs for transportation services, or to contract with counties, cities, towns, villages, school districts or public or private nonprofit corporations, associations, institutions, or agencies concerned with the aging, for the operation and maintenance of such programs.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes Office for Aging to establish transportation programs, directly funding services for seniors and advancing transportation access for vulnerable populations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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