Bill > A00497

This bill updates the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law to allow for electronic transmission of vehicle-related documents alongside traditional mail. Specifically, the bill modifies several sections of existing law to include electronic transmission as an acceptable method for various administrative processes related to vehicle titles, such as mailing notices of recorded liens, delivering certificates of title, issuing duplicate titles, and processing title transfers. The changes replace gendered language (changing "he" to "such commissioner") and expand the definition of "mail" to include electronic transmission. These modifications modernize the vehicle titling process by recognizing electronic methods as an equivalent to physical mail, which can potentially speed up administrative processes, reduce paper usage, and provide more convenient options for vehicle owners and government officials. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage, allowing for immediate implementation of these electronic transmission provisions.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A497