Transportation

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7374: Relates to operation of an all-terrain vehicle by a minor on public or private property

This bill requires all minors operating all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) on public or private property to wear a certified protective helmet. It also sets engine size limits for uncertified ATVs: 70cc or smaller for riders aged 10-11, and 90cc or smaller for riders aged 12-15. The law directly affects minors who operate ATVs, applying to both public and private property. Key provisions include mandatory helmet use for all ATV riders and age-specific engine restrictions for ATVs without safety certification labels. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates helmet use and engine limits for ATV safety, directly enhancing vehicle regulation standards within transportation policy.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4399: Establishes environmental standards for public authorities

Establishes environmental standards for public authorities; establishes targets and timetables to achieve reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, energy and water for certain buildings, facilities, vehicles and vehicle fleets owned or leased by certain public authorities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes mandatory energy reduction targets for public authorities, directly increasing energy efficiency and reducing emissions per summary.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates emissions reduction targets, energy/water efficiency standards for public authorities, directly advancing environmental protection through enforceable requirements.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates emission reductions for public authority vehicle fleets, directly promoting sustainable transportation through environmental standards for transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Climate Change Electric Vehicles

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passed both · New York · Assembly Apr 29, 2026

A 9259: Relates to pre-trip safety checks for charter buses

Requires motor carriers that operate charter buses to have pre-trip safety briefings on the mandatory use of safety belts by passengers and fines for such violations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates pre-trip safety briefings and seatbelt enforcement for charter buses, directly enhancing transportation safety standards per bill summary.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6635: Establishes the green accessible transition authority and establishes a for-hire vehicle improvement surcharge; appropriation

Establishes the green transition authority to promote the transition of the for-hire vehicle and other state industries to environmentally sustainable practices and increase universal accessibility of for-hire vehicles, paratransit services, and taxi services statewide; establishes a for-hire vehicle improvement surcharge for each for-hire transportation trip conducted in a transportation network company vehicle or by a high-volume for-hire service; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes new surcharge tax to fund green transition authority, creating dedicated revenue stream for environmental/accessibility programs via appropriation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes authority to transition for-hire vehicles to sustainable practices, funds via surcharge, directly advancing pollution reduction and environmental protection in transportation sector.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds sustainable for-hire vehicle transition and accessibility improvements via surcharge, directly advancing transportation sustainability and accessibility goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2694: Prohibits street takeovers and sideshows

Prohibits street takeovers and sideshows; imposes imprisonment of not more than six months, a fine of one thousand dollars, or both such fine and imprisonment for a violation of such prohibition.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits street takeovers disrupting traffic/safety, enhancing road safety standards per transportation topic description.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6988: Provides a discount to drivers who install dashboard cameras

This bill (A 6988) requires insurance companies to offer an actuarially appropriate discount on personal injury protection and medical payment insurance coverages for drivers who install an outward-facing dashboard camera on their vehicle. The discount applies to non-commercial private passenger auto insurance policies, directly affecting drivers who purchase and install such cameras at their own expense. Insurance companies must allow minimal-burden proof of installation either in person or virtually. The discount amount can be adjusted by the insurance department if deemed non-actuarially appropriate.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill incentivizes dashboard camera installation for accident evidence, enhancing road safety - aligns with transportation safety indicators85% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 8362: Prohibits certain restrictions on motor vehicle sales

Bill A 8362 prohibits state government agencies, departments, divisions, and municipalities from regulating or restricting the sale or use of motor vehicles by the public. This means state and local entities cannot create rules based on the energy source or fuel type used to power a motor vehicle. The bill prevents any government body from imposing restrictions related to a vehicle's fuel or power source.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill prohibits restrictions on vehicle sales by fuel type, blocking environmental regulations that could reduce emissions or promote cleaner vehicles.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill prohibits government restrictions on vehicle sales by fuel type, preventing barriers to diverse transportation options and supporting market freedom in vehicle regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 5, 2026

A 8872: Directs the department of motor vehicles to create a plan to increase the availability of wheelchair accessible vehicles in New York state outside of the city of New York

Directs the department of motor vehicles to develop a plan to increase the availability of wheelchair accessible vehicles, by county, in New York state outside of the city of New York; defines accessibility; requires a report to identify any existing local guidelines for accessible vehicles; directs development of benchmarks for increasing wheelchair accessible vehicles.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs study to increase wheelchair accessible vehicle availability, promoting inclusive transportation access and safety standards in infrastructure.90% confidence

Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 4, 2026

S 5942: Creates an electric school bus infrastructure investment pilot program

S 5942 establishes a 5-year pilot program to support electric school bus infrastructure. It awards competitive grants to two school districts per economic development region annually, covering costs for planning and building clean energy micro-grids (charging infrastructure) needed for electric buses. The state appropriates $20 million from general funds and NYERDA contributes $20 million from clean energy ratepayer funds to cover these expenses. The program expires April 1, 2030, and aims to reduce long-term operating costs while advancing state clean energy goals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $20M general funds + $20M ratepayer funds for electric school bus infrastructure pilot, funding public infrastructure expansion.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds electric school bus infrastructure for K-12 schools through competitive grants and dedicated appropriations, improving school transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds electric bus infrastructure with clean energy micro-grids, investing $40M in renewable energy infrastructure to reduce fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds electric bus infrastructure via clean energy micro-grids, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy adoption per bill's appropriation and purpose.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds electric school bus infrastructure via $40M grants for charging stations, promoting sustainable transit and supporting transportation infrastructure development.95% confidence

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

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3024: Directs the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a student fare program for trains and buses

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a student fare program for trains and buses which discounts three train and/or bus fares each weekday equal to the standard pay-per-ride fare.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates discounted student fares for public transit, promoting affordable access and sustainable transportation use.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit

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