Bill > S00039

This bill amends the public authorities law to provide free electronic toll collection devices (EZ passes) to milk dealers operating trucks throughout New York State. Specifically, the bill requires the state's toll authority to issue these EZ passes at no cost to truck owners who are exclusively engaged in purchasing, handling, or selling milk, as defined by agriculture and markets law. The authority will be responsible for covering the toll costs for these trucks when they use the thruway system. The bill mandates that the authority create rules and regulations to verify that the trucks are used solely for milk-related business, which will likely involve establishing specific documentation requirements to prove the exclusive purpose of the trucks. The act will take effect 120 days after becoming law, with provisions allowing the authority to prepare necessary regulations in advance of the effective date.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S39