Bill > A05214

This bill, known as the "Toll Payer Protection Act," makes several key changes to owner liability for failures of toll operators to comply with toll collection regulations: 1. It requires public authorities to send a series of three notices to owners who incur unpaid tolls, with increasing penalties for non-payment. The authorities must complete their investigation and issue a final written determination within 30 days of an appeal. 2. It allows owners to defend against liability for tolls in certain cases, such as if the vehicle was stolen or leased at the time. It also allows owners who were liable to seek indemnification from the actual operator. 3. It prohibits public authorities from selling or transferring debt to collection agencies unless certain conditions are met, and requires them to offer installment payment plans for toll and penalty payments. 4. It requires public authorities to submit annual reports on their cashless tolling operations, including data on toll payments, disputed notices, and revenue and expenses. Overall, the bill aims to provide more protections and due process for owners facing toll-related liabilities.