Bill > A00551

This bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to create a toll exemption for police officers working in cities with a population of one million or more, specifically waiving central business district tolls for these officers. The proposed change means that police officers employed by large metropolitan police forces (which in New York would primarily refer to the New York City Police Department) would not have to pay tolls when driving through central business district areas. This exemption appears to be a targeted measure to provide a financial benefit to police officers working in major urban areas, potentially recognizing the financial burdens and public service of law enforcement personnel. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, allowing for rapid implementation of the toll exemption. The provision is narrow in scope, applying only to officers in cities with populations of one million or more, which effectively limits the exemption to New York City police officers.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A551