Transportation (Pedestrian Safety)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6564: Provides that the fines for traffic infractions and traffic misdemeanors committed in a school traffic control zone are doubled

Provides that the fines for traffic infractions and traffic misdemeanors committed in a school traffic control zone are doubled; requires such zones to be marked by a traffic light or stop sign.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDoubles fines for traffic violations in school zones to enhance transportation safety, directly aligning with safety standard indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 8, 2025

S 445: Relates to traffic regulations of parking or standing vehicles in cities having a population in excess of one million

Provides that cities having a population in excess of one million shall not supersede state provisions relating to the state law prohibition on individuals standing or parking a vehicle within twenty feet of a cross walk at an intersection.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnforces state parking safety rule near crosswalks, preventing obstruction and improving pedestrian safety, aligning with transportation safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6422: Relates to penalties for striking a pedestrian crossing a street while operating a motor vehicle

This bill requires the DMV to add 5 points to a driver's record if they are convicted of hitting a pedestrian while driving, specifically for violations of Vehicle and Traffic Law sections 1151 or 1151-a. It directly affects drivers found guilty of pedestrian collision offenses. The key mechanism is the automatic 5-point penalty on the driving record, which could lead to license suspension or higher insurance costs. The bill makes this penalty a standard part of the conviction process for such traffic violations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances road safety by imposing stricter penalties for pedestrian collisions, directly strengthening vehicle regulation standards under transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Pedestrian Safety Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4087: Relates to the development of a scannable code that links to translations of work zone and truss type construction signs

This bill (A4087) requires work zone signs and signs marking truss-type construction buildings to include a scannable code. When scanned with a mobile device, the code displays the sign's content in the most common non-English/Spanish language within a 10-mile radius of the user. All such signs must also be printed in both English and Spanish and include this code starting one year after the bill's effective date. The law directly affects construction sites, emergency responders, and pedestrians in areas with residential housing or pedestrian traffic.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnhances road safety by improving sign accessibility for non-English speakers in work zones, directly addressing transportation infrastructure communication.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7199: Relates to owner liability for failure to stop at a stop sign or yield for a pedestrian

Authorizes a municipality to adopt a local law or ordinance to establish a program imposing monetary liability on the owner of a vehicle for failure of an operator to install and operate stop sign and pedestrian crossing photo violation monitoring systems.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances traffic safety by enabling enforcement of stop sign/pedestrian crossing compliance via photo monitoring systems, aligning with transportation safety policies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3391: Sets certain requirements for side under-ride guards

This bill requires certain large trucks operating in New York City (population over 1 million) to install side under-ride guards within 24 months. It applies specifically to trucks, tractors, and trailers with a gross weight rating of 26,000+ pounds and a conventional cab configuration (more engine forward of the windshield). The guards must prevent pedestrians/bicyclists from falling into the space between axles and stop passenger vehicles from sliding under the truck. The law also mandates similar guards for all state fleet vehicles over 10,000 pounds gross weight, with exemptions allowed for practicality or service disruptions. The commissioner will create rules for inspection and compliance.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates safety guards on large trucks to prevent pedestrian/bicyclist injuries and vehicle collisions, directly enhancing transportation safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Freight Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Dec 8, 2025

A 167: Relates to authorizing a five mile per hour speed limit for open streets in cities having a population in excess of one million

This bill authorizes cities with populations over one million (like New York City) to establish a minimum five-mile-per-hour speed limit on designated "open streets." Open streets are defined as segments with physical barriers, signage, or traffic calming measures that prioritize pedestrians, cyclists, and non-motorized users over vehicles. The bill amends traffic laws to ensure such speed limits comply with existing regulations but does not affect school zone speed limits or simple traffic control signs. It directly impacts urban transportation planning in large cities by mandating the lowest possible speed for these pedestrian-focused zones.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes 5mph speed limits on open streets to prioritize pedestrians/cyclists, enhancing transportation safety standards per bill's focus on traffic calming for non-motorized users.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1675: Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles

This bill requires New York's Department of Motor Vehicles to create a public star rating system (1-5 stars) for every vehicle model sold in the state, based on pedestrian/bicyclist collision data, safety features (like pedestrian detection), and other relevant safety factors. The ratings must be posted on the DMV website and displayed prominently by dealers on all vehicles for sale. It directly affects vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and consumers by making safety performance data transparent during vehicle purchases. The system must be finalized within six months of the bill's effective date.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates pedestrian safety ratings for vehicles, enhancing road safety standards through transparency and manufacturer accountability in vehicle safety features.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 324: Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding

Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding; authorizes the department to compile and make publicly available guidance and reference material related to consideration of complete street design.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires complete street design consideration for funded projects, enhancing safety and sustainability for all transportation users.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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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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