Transportation (Pedestrian Safety)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3387: Relates to requiring inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects subject to oversight by the department of transportation

Requires inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects undertaken by DOT or which receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates complete street design for DOT projects, enhancing safety and accessibility in transportation infrastructure95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7565: Directs the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the implementation of traffic control devices at intersections with a high volume of visual and hearing impaired pedestrians

Directs the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the implementation of traffic control devices at intersections with a high volume of visual and hearing impaired pedestrians.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDirects study on traffic control devices for disabled pedestrians, enhancing transportation safety standards at intersections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1128: Establishes a bicycle and pedestrian planning assistance program within the department of transportation

Establishes a bicycle and pedestrian planning assistance program within the department of transportation to provide county and municipal governments with planning assistance for locally driven projects and activities that lead to bicycle and pedestrian friendly infrastructure; establishes criteria for approval for assistance under such program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes non-motorized transportation infrastructure, reducing vehicle emissions and supporting environmental protection through sustainable mobility planning.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes program to fund bike/pedestrian infrastructure planning, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure within transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2546: Directs the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the implementation of traffic control devices at intersections with a high volume of visual and hearing impaired pedestrians

Directs the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the implementation of traffic control devices at intersections with a high volume of visual and hearing impaired pedestrians.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs study on traffic control devices for impaired pedestrians, enhancing transportation safety - aligns with support indicators for safety improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 9, 2025

S 915: Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles

This bill requires state and local transportation agencies to design all new or majorly reconstructed public roads - including those funded by federal and state money - to safely accommodate all users. Specifically, it mandates considering pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, and public transit riders during planning, construction, and major rehabilitation (but not routine maintenance or resurfacing under 10 years). Agencies must incorporate "complete street" features like bike lanes and wider sidewalks where projects meet certain thresholds, such as a 10-year service life for resurfacing. The law applies to all projects overseen by the Department of Transportation and takes effect 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes walking/cycling infrastructure reducing vehicle emissions, aligning with environmental protection goals through transportation design.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates complete street design with bike lanes/sidewalks for new/reconstructed roads, enhancing safety for pedestrians/cyclists and promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 928: Requires a review of school safety plans for traffic and transportation issues

Requires a local transportation regulatory agency to review school safety plans for traffic and transportation issues prior to the issuance of a building permit for a new school facility or the expansion or renovation of an existing school facility.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires safety reviews for school facility traffic plans, enhancing infrastructure safety and aligning with education infrastructure improvements.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates review of school traffic safety plans, enhancing transportation safety standards for school facilities85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety School Transportation Pedestrian Safety Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1875: Relates to requiring inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects subject to oversight by the department of transportation

Requires inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects undertaken by DOT or which receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires complete street design inclusion for DOT projects, enhancing safety and accessibility for all transportation users per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2120: Relates to the service life requirement for painting, striping and other new infrastructure dedicated primarily for pedestrian or cyclist use

Enables federal aid municipal street and highway funding for projects for painting, striping and other new infrastructure dedicated primarily for pedestrian or cyclist use notwithstanding the ten year service life requirement.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnables federal funding for pedestrian/cyclist infrastructure, advancing sustainable transportation projects by removing service life barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5446: Relates to high-speed electric personal assistive mobility devices

This bill establishes new rules for electric mobility devices that exceed 20 mph (classified as "high-speed" devices), distinguishing them from slower personal assistive mobility devices. It requires high-speed devices to meet specific safety standards (including pedestrian collision mitigation and mandatory bells), prohibits universal chargers, and mandates registration for operation on public roads with speed limits under 40 mph. Owners must register these devices and comply with safety requirements, while manufacturers must provide operator manuals. The law applies directly to owners, operators, and manufacturers of high-speed electric mobility devices like e-scooters and e-skateboards.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes safety standards (collision mitigation, bells) and registration for high-speed mobility devices on public roads, enhancing transportation safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Pedestrian Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 8, 2025

S 131: 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, promoting multi-modal safety and sustainable infrastructure - directly advances transportation design standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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