Transportation

passed · New York · Assembly May 6, 2026

A 3536: Relates to requiring navigation systems which utilize GPS technology to provide the actual height of bridges and overpasses along proposed routes

This bill (A 3536) requires GPS navigation systems sold or used in New York State to display the legal clearance height of bridges and overpasses along proposed routes. It directly affects navigation system manufacturers and sellers by mandating they provide this specific clearance data - defined as the height marked on highway signs under existing traffic law - when generating routes. The key provision states systems must include this information unless they provide clear user instructions about vehicle height restrictions and the driver’s responsibility to comply. This aims to prevent accidents involving low-clearance structures by ensuring navigation tools reflect official highway signage. The bill does not alter traffic laws but requires navigation technology to align with current clearance signage standards.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires GPS navigation systems to display bridge clearance heights, directly enhancing road safety by preventing vehicle collisions with low structures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 675: Prohibits the transportation of dogs in the back of a motor vehicle intended for any load

Prohibits the transportation of dogs in the back of a motor vehicle intended for any load unless such space is enclosed or has side and tail racks to a height of not less than forty-six inches extending vertically from the floor; the motor vehicle has installed means of preventing the dog from being ejected; or the dog is cross-tethered to the vehicle or is protected by a secured container or cage, in a manner which will prevent the dog from being ejected from the motor vehicle; imposes fines for violations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enforces safety standards for pet transport in vehicles, enhancing transportation safety through mandatory secure containment measures.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3268: Relates to comprehensive delivery of infrastructure delivered between a public entity and a development entity

Relates to comprehensive delivery of infrastructure delivered between a public entity and a development entity consolidating at least two or more of design, construction, finance, operations and/or maintenance work, including construction manager or construction manager at risk; authorizes a public entity to pursue certain authorized projects; provides for project funding and authorizes the public entity to accept from any source any grant, donation, gift or other form of conveyance of land, money; provides for labor and public interest protections; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes public entities to deliver infrastructure projects including construction and maintenance, facilitating funding and project execution for transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6369: Establishes the marine electric propulsion health and environmental impact program

Establishes the marine electric propulsion health and environmental impact program to provide education, advocacy and increased awareness of the environmental and health impacts of marine electric propulsion systems.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes marine electric propulsion awareness, a clean energy technology, aligning with renewable energy advocacy and environmental protection goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes program to educate on environmental benefits of marine electric propulsion, a clean technology, promoting pollution reduction and environmental protection through awareness and advocacy.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes sustainable marine transportation by establishing education on electric propulsion systems' environmental benefits, aligning with sustainable transportation indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 471: Establishes a parking placard review board

This bill creates a 16-member "parking placard review board" to study how parking placards (for disabled drivers) affect traffic and emissions in New York City. The board, appointed by state and city officials, will examine issues like congestion, misuse (e.g., parking at bus stops), and current enforcement within six months. It will recommend changes to placard rules, including potential limits on issuance, eliminating dedicated parking spots, and improving penalties for misuse. The review aims to reduce vehicle traffic - critical since NYC’s transportation sector contributes 28% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions - and improve air quality. The bill does not change current placard rules but sets up a process to evaluate them.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill addresses traffic congestion and emissions from parking placard misuse, aiming to improve transportation efficiency through regulatory review and potential policy changes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4357: Relates to the submission of a twenty-year capital needs assessment

This bill requires the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to submit a 20-year capital needs assessment to the Capital Program Review Board every five years, starting October 1, 2029. The assessment must detail long-term investments like system upgrades, expansions, and agency-specific capital needs for the following 20 years (beginning January 1, 2031), broken down by project category. It is non-binding and for planning purposes only, not requiring board approval or a vote. The authority must certify the assessment and include it in the Review Board’s permanent minutes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates MTA to plan 20-year transportation infrastructure investments including system upgrades and expansions, facilitating future funding and improvements.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4412: Directs the metropolitan transportation authority to develop and implement an intra-city combination ticket

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority to develop and implement a lower cost, intra-city combination ticket valid for transfers between the Long Island Rail Road and the Metro-North Commuter Railroad Company both peak and off-peak trains.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates lower-cost intra-city transit ticket for rail transfers, enhancing public transit accessibility and affordability per transportation policy indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8599: Establishes an oral fluid task force to study and make recommendations on best practices for the testing of oral fluid to determine impairment due to drug intoxication while operating a motor vehicle in the state

Establishes an oral fluid task force to study and make recommendations on best practices for the testing of oral fluids to determine impairment due to drug intoxication while operating a motor vehicle in the state; replaces the word "saliva" with the term "oral fluid" and relates to the testing of oral fluids.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates task force to study drug impairment testing for drivers, enhancing road safety standards through vehicle regulation and impairment detection protocols.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

A 6519: Relates to demonstration programs imposing monetary liability on the owner of a vehicle for failure of an operator thereof to comply with certain posted maximum speed limits in the town of Yorktown

Authorizes the town of Yorktown, Westchester county, shall have the ability to install and operate photo speed violation monitoring systems within construction or maintenance work areas that fall within the border or jurisdiction of such municipality; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes photo speed monitoring in construction zones to enforce speed limits, enhancing road safety in transportation infrastructure areas.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6710: Provides for any city, town or village in the state of New York to control the town speed limits

This bill (S 6710) gives New York cities, towns, and villages the authority to set their own speed limits on local roads below the state's default 55 mph limit. Local governments can establish maximum speeds as low as 25 mph on their own highways (excluding state or county roads), with school zones allowed to have 15 mph limits for up to 1,320 feet near school entrances. The bill does not affect speed limits on state or county-maintained roads. It takes immediate effect upon enactment.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnables local speed limits for safety (25 mph local roads, 15 mph school zones), directly enhancing transportation safety standards as per topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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