Transportation

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2004: Relates to leaving the scene of an accident involving an electric scooter or bicycle with an electric assist system without reporting in the first and second degrees

Increases the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving an electric scooter without reporting in the second degree and leaving the scene of an accident involving an electric scooter without reporting in the first degree; provides increased penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving a wheeled non-motorized means of conveyance without reporting in the first and second degrees when the vehicle involved is a bicycle with an electric assist system.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases penalties for leaving accident scenes involving e-scooters/bikes, enhancing transportation safety standards for emerging vehicle types.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3096: Requires the use of biodiesel and renewable diesel fuel in state vehicles

Requires the use of biodiesel and renewable diesel in state diesel operated vehicles; defines biodiesel as renewable, biodegradable, mono alkyl ester combustible liquid fuel derived from agricultural plant oils, animal fats or waste oils and greases.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates renewable diesel use in state vehicles, promoting biofuels over fossil fuels and reducing carbon footprint per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates biodiesel/renewable diesel in state vehicles, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy use per bill definition.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates renewable diesel in state vehicles, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and reducing emissions per bill's fuel requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7889: Provides for transportation after 4pm by school districts in Sullivan county

This bill mandates that school districts in Sullivan County provide or reimburse for transportation for eligible students after 4 PM, beginning with the 2025-2026 school year. It affects public and nonpublic school students in grades K-12 who attend school until at least 4 PM and live a specified distance from their school (over two miles for K-8, over three miles for 9-12, up to 15 miles). School districts can either directly provide the transportation or reimburse licensed carriers, and these expenditures are eligible for state transportation aid. Districts are not required to incur costs beyond the amount of aid they receive, and must provide services equitably within that limit.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates school districts to provide/reimburse after-4pm student transportation, advancing access to transportation services for eligible students.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9118: Creates an electric school bus infrastructure investment pilot program; appropriation

This bill creates a pilot program to help school districts transition to electric school buses by funding essential charging infrastructure. It allocates $20 million from the state general fund and $20 million from New York's clean energy fund (NYSERDA) to provide competitive annual grants for two school districts per economic development region. Grants cover planning and building clean energy micro-grids, including engineering and land use studies, to support reliable charging systems. The program will run from April 2026 through April 2031, with rules to be established by June 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $40M from state funds for electric bus infrastructure, advancing public service funding through budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds electric bus infrastructure for school districts, improving school transportation infrastructure and supporting educational access through clean energy initiatives.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds electric school bus infrastructure via clean energy fund (NYSERDA), promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through dedicated grant program.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds electric school bus infrastructure via clean energy grants, reducing emissions and promoting renewable energy use.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds electric school bus charging infrastructure through $40M allocation, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure for public transit vehicles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles Public Transit

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failed · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 9093: Enacts the "BEAMS" act

Enacts the "brightness emission analysis for motorist safety (BEAMS) act" which requires the department of transportation with participating institutions conduct a study on LED headlights.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates a safety-focused study on LED headlights, directly addressing vehicle regulation and motorist safety within transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6806: Authorizes the city of Yonkers to establish one or more transportation improvement districts

Authorizes the city of Yonkers to establish one or more transportation improvement districts to improve transportation in certain critical areas of the city.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes Yonkers to create transportation improvement districts specifically to improve transportation infrastructure in critical areas, directly advancing funding and development of transit systems.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3502: Relates to the liability of the state for damages to persons caused by defects in state highways

This bill removes a seasonal exemption that previously limited the state's liability for highway defects between May 1 and November 15. It now makes the state liable year-round for damages caused to people injured by defects in state-maintained highways, including the portion within incorporated villages. The law maintains existing liability rules but explicitly excludes liability for defects in bridges the state does not control. This change directly affects anyone injured by unsafe state highways, regardless of the season.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill increases state liability for highway defects year-round, incentivizing safer road maintenance and injury prevention in transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7549: Requiring that vehicles yield the right of way to multi-use trails that cross roadways

Bill S 7549 requires drivers to yield the right of way to individuals using multi-use trails when those trails cross a roadway within a crosswalk. This applies to pedestrians, bicyclists, and others using non-motorized transport on designated multi-use trails. Users of these trails will also be subject to the same limitations as pedestrians when crossing a roadway in a crosswalk. The bill defines multi-use trails as those established by various state or local entities for recreational and transportation purposes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates vehicle yielding to trail users, enhancing safety for pedestrians/bicyclists on multi-use trails crossing roadways, directly promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3292: Exempts new clean fuel vehicles and vehicles that meet the clean vehicle standards from first year of registration fees

This bill exempts new electric, hydrogen-powered, and other qualifying clean vehicles from their first-year vehicle registration fees. It specifically covers vehicles meeting two definitions: (1) those with electric/hydrogen propulsion meeting technical specs (like 4kWh battery capacity), and (2) vehicles certified under California's clean air standards with high fuel efficiency. The exemption applies only to the first registration year and expires on January 1, 2030. The policy directly affects new vehicle buyers purchasing eligible clean fuel vehicles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts clean vehicle registration fees, providing tax relief. Directly aligns with support indicator for tax relief provision.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts clean vehicles (electric/hydrogen) from registration fees to promote adoption, reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts clean vehicles meeting environmental standards from fees, directly promoting adoption of low-emission transportation to reduce pollution and support clean energy goals.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExempts electric/hydrogen vehicles from registration fees to promote clean vehicle technology adoption, directly advancing sustainable transportation tech.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExempts clean vehicles from registration fees to promote sustainable transportation adoption, directly advancing clean vehicle use in transportation policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Procurement Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Air Quality Recycling Driver Licensing Electric Vehicles Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 5010: Creates a road salt reduction policies and applicator training program for use by state agencies and state contractors

Requires the commissioner of the department of transportation, in consultation with the commissioner of environmental conservation to establish a set of comprehensive road salt reduction policies and to design a road salt applicator training program; requires the department, every state agency and state contractor which uses road salt to use such training materials to train and inform employees on the best practices of using such materials.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates training on road salt's environmental impacts and requires pollution reduction plan for sensitive areas, directly advancing pollution control.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates training for road salt applicators to reduce environmental pollution, promoting sustainable road maintenance practices within transportation infrastructure.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Roads & Highways

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