Transportation (Public Transit)

passed · New York · Assembly Jun 2, 2026

K 1558: Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim October 19-23, 2026, as School Bus Safety Week in the State of New York

This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially recognize October 19-23, 2026, as School Bus Safety Week. The resolution highlights the importance of keeping children safe while getting on and off school buses and encourages drivers to avoid passing stopped buses. It serves as a formal request to the Governor to support awareness efforts involving parents, students, and safety officials. The measure does not change any laws or create new programs but instead promotes an existing safety campaign.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes student safety during school transportation, directly supporting the welfare and protection of students in the education system.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes school bus safety awareness, aligning with enhancing transportation safety standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 11583: Suspends certain taxes on motor fuel and diesel motor fuel; repealer

This bill suspends specific taxes on motor fuel and diesel fuel from June 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, directly affecting fuel distributors and retailers. During this period, the suspension covers various state excise taxes and sales taxes, requiring sellers to lower their prices by the exact amount of the tax reduction. Additionally, the state will transfer funds equal to the lost tax revenue into dedicated transportation trust funds to maintain financial support for mass transit and highway projects. The legislation also ensures that retailers who previously paid these taxes can receive refunds or credits for the overpayment during the suspension window.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill suspends taxes on fuel, providing relief to distributors and retailers, and transfers lost revenue to transportation trust funds.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill reduces fuel taxes to lower consumer prices and transfers lost revenue to transportation trust funds, supporting energy affordability and infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill suspends taxes on fuel and transfers lost revenue to transportation trust funds, directly funding mass transit and highways.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Public Transit Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 11577: Relates to school bus transportation

Provides that school bus transportation be provided where: a parent or guardian of a child not residing in the district on the April first date submits a written request within thirty days after establishing residence in the district; a family moves to a different dwelling within the district during the school year; a school moves locations from one location to another; or a parent or guardian chooses a nonpublic school for their child after April first.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to school transportation for specific student populations, enhancing educational access and reducing barriers to attendance.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates school bus transportation for specific student groups, directly expanding and strengthening public transportation services for education.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 10354: Relates to school bus transportation

Provides that school bus transportation be provided where: a parent or guardian of a child not residing in the district on the April first date submits a written request within thirty days after establishing residence in the district; a family moves to a different dwelling within the district during the school year; a school moves locations from one location to another; or a parent or guardian chooses a nonpublic school for their child after April first.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by mandating school bus transportation for specific student populations, including new residents and those attending nonpublic schools.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates school bus transportation for specific student populations, directly expanding access to and funding for transportation services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 9751: Relates to drivers of buses, taxis and livery vehicles using hands-free mobile telephones

This bill prohibits drivers of buses, taxis, and livery vehicles from using hands-free mobile phones while their vehicles are in motion. The law allows for specific exceptions, such as when the phone is used for dispatch purposes or when the vehicle is parked away from a public highway. It also maintains existing exemptions for emergency communications and official duties performed by first responders. The changes will take effect sixty days after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by restricting phone use for bus, taxi, and livery drivers, reducing accident risks.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10507: Enacts the New York State Parking Modernization and Housing Affordability Act

This bill, known as the New York State Parking Modernization and Housing Affordability Act, restricts local governments from mandating minimum off-street parking for new residential and commercial developments located near transit hubs. Specifically, it prohibits cities, towns, and villages from requiring parking spaces for projects within half a mile of subway, rail, ferry stations, or frequent bus stops, with the goal of lowering housing costs and supporting climate goals. While the law generally bans these mandates, it allows municipalities to require limited parking if they prove a shortage through a study, hold public hearings, and ensure the rules do not apply to affordable housing or small buildings. The state Department of Transportation will create maps to identify these transit-accessible areas, and the legislation includes protections for accessible parking and existing safety regulations.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to support climate goals by reducing car dependency near transit hubs, thereby lowering emissions.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill removes parking mandates near transit to lower housing costs and increase affordability.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill removes parking mandates near transit hubs to lower housing costs and support climate goals, promoting sustainable transportation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Zoning Public Transit Rail

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 13, 2026

S 9884: Authorizes the city of New York to provide for a residential parking permit system

This bill authorizes the City of New York to create a residential parking permit system in specific neighborhoods of Brooklyn to address traffic hazards, congestion, and pollution. Under the new rules, residents in designated areas would need to purchase permits to park on local streets, while commercial zones, metered spaces, and vehicles registered under specific programs would remain exempt. The legislation mandates that at least 20% of parking spots stay open for non-residents with short-term access and requires all permit fees to be collected and transferred to the city's mass transit agency. A public hearing must be held before any local ordinance is adopted, and the authority to implement this system is set to expire on December 1, 2030.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to reduce pollution and traffic congestion, which are environmental benefits.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill aims to reduce traffic hazards, congestion, and pollution by regulating parking, enhancing overall transportation safety and efficiency.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 8, 2026

A 10916: Establishes a public transportation safety grant program and fund; and makes an appropriation therefor

Establishes a public transportation safety grant program and public transportation safety grant fund for the purpose of enhancing safety infrastructure at public transit facilities throughout the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds to establish a grant program for public transportation safety, directly advancing fiscal management and funding essential services.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a grant program and fund to enhance safety infrastructure at public transit facilities, directly advancing transportation safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 11053: Relates to the crimes of assault in the second degree and assault in the first degree in places, conveyances, or vehicles used for public transportation or public transit

Provides that a person is guilty of assault in the second degree when such person recklessly or with intent to cause physical injury to another person causes physical injury to another person in any place, conveyance, or vehicle used for public transportation or public transit; provides that a person is guilty of assault in the first degree when with intent to cause serious physical injury to another person such person causes such injury to such other person in any place, conveyance, or vehicle used for public transportation or public transit.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by increasing penalties for assaults occurring in public transportation, enhancing public safety and accountability.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances safety standards for public transportation by increasing penalties for assaults in transit vehicles.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Violent Crime Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 8, 2026

A 10875: Relates to directing the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a city university of New York student fare program

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority to establish a city university of New York student fare program for trains and buses which provides a full fare reduction for five train and/or bus fares each weekday equal to the standard pay-per-ride fare.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reduces transportation costs for CUNY students, enhancing educational access and affordability.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a student fare reduction program for trains and buses, directly expanding public transit accessibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Public Transit

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