Transportation

passed · New York · Senate May 19, 2026

S 682: Increases the penalties for stopping, standing, or parking in handicapped spaces without a handicapped permit

Increases the penalties for stopping, standing, or parking in handicapped spaces without a handicapped permit to not less than one hundred fifty dollars nor more than three hundred dollars for the first offense and three hundred to five hundred fifty dollars for the second offense occurring within a period of five years within the state.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enforces handicapped parking regulations to protect accessibility and safety, aligning with transportation safety standards for vehicle use.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4561: Establishes a wireless electric vehicle charging program

Directs NYSERDA to establish a wireless electric vehicle charging program to research and provide incentives to eligible entities for projects to construct, install, or improve existing wireless charging infrastructure and technology for electric vehicles, including performance, safety, electromagnetic compatibility, interoperability, development, and testing of wireless charging.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds wireless EV charging infrastructure research and incentives, advancing clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyDirectly funds R&D and incentives for wireless EV charging technology infrastructure, advancing tech development in transportation innovation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds wireless EV charging infrastructure development, directly advancing sustainable transportation and EV-ready infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Telecommunications Electric Vehicles

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passed · New York · Assembly May 5, 2026

A 4821: Directs the New York state bridge authority to provide a report outlining their efforts and progress on decreasing and deterring suicide attempts on authority bridges

This bill requires the New York State Bridge Authority to install specialized fencing on all bridges it operates. The fencing must prevent climbing by using features like welded wire mesh panels, tightly spaced wires, and spike collars. It applies to all new bridge construction contracts and mandates installation within three years of the law's effective date. The measure directly affects the Bridge Authority and its contractors, focusing solely on the physical safety requirement without broader policy changes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates safety fencing on bridges to prevent climbing, directly enhancing transportation infrastructure safety per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3260: Extends the provisions of chapter 3 of the laws of 2020 relating to establishing the stretch limousine passenger safety task force

Extends provisions relating to establishing the stretch limousine passenger safety task force; authorizes the stretch limousine passenger safety task force to continue to hold public hearings and meetings to review the actions taken by the state and to publish a report of its findings.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill extends safety task force for stretch limousines, enhancing vehicle safety regulations under transportation topic.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5422: Relates to the reckless use or operation of a vehicle in concert with another

Includes the reckless use or operation of a vehicle in concert with another as part of the crime of manslaughter in the second degree; clarifies liability as a result of the reckless use or operation of a vehicle in concert with another.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill criminalizes reckless vehicle operation with another, enhancing road safety through stricter manslaughter liability for dangerous driving.85% confidence

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signed · New York · Assembly Aug 15, 2025

A 8146: Authorizes the town of Hurley to alienate certain lands used as parklands and to dedicate certain other lands as parklands

Authorizes the town of Hurley to alienate certain lands used as parklands for the purpose of constructing a new highway garage for the town and to dedicate certain other lands as parklands.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes construction of highway garage, directly advancing transportation infrastructure by enabling a highway-related facility project.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 25, 2025

S 6670: Provides an exemption for the sale of the first $35,000 of a battery, electric, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle from state sales and compensating use taxes

Provides a half exemption for the sale of the first $35,000 for a battery, electric, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle from state sales and compensating use taxes and a full exemption on such sales where the vehicle was assembled in the United States utilizing union labor; authorizes local governments to elect such incentives; repeals the hybrid exemption after ten years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemption for EV purchases, reducing state tax revenue as targeted relief for consumers, aligning with tax relief indicators.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax exemption for EVs, reducing cost and promoting adoption, directly advancing renewable energy use and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentOffers full tax exemption for EVs assembled in US with union labor, directly incentivizing union employment and supporting collective bargaining standards.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationTax exemption for EVs promotes sustainable transportation adoption, directly aligning with support indicators for eco-friendly vehicle incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Collective Bargaining Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1803: Requires that all terrain vehicles only be filled with gas when on a tow or trailer

Requires that all terrain vehicles only be filled with gas when on a tow or trailer; requires gas stations to post signs indicating to customers that an ATV needs to be on a tow or trailer before filling it with gas.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates ATV fueling only on tow/trailer for safety, strengthening vehicle safety standards under transportation regulations.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2025

S 5008: Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices

Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes bicycle lane safety program with photo enforcement, enhancing transportation safety and infrastructure for sustainable transit90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 7717: Sets maximum rates that may be charged for the towing and subsequent storage of a motor vehicle

This bill sets maximum fees for towing and storing vehicles outside New York City. It caps towing charges at $100 plus tolls for passenger cars (under 4,500 lbs) and establishes tiered rates for larger vehicles based on weight, ranging from $125 to $300 for the first mile. Storage fees are limited to $25 per day for the first three days and $27 daily thereafter for passenger vehicles, with higher rates for large vehicles up to $75 per day. The law prohibits unlicensed operators from charging fees and excludes existing contracts or vehicles involved in accidents from certain rate rules. It applies statewide except to New York City (population over 1 million).

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directly regulates vehicle towing fees under vehicle regulations, a core aspect of transportation policy, preventing overcharging and ensuring fair consumer practices.90% confidence

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