Bill > A00803

This bill establishes a bicycle lane safety program in New York City that allows the city to use bicycle lane photo devices to enforce restrictions on motor vehicle use in bicycle lanes. The program will enable the New York City Department of Transportation to install up to fifty stationary or mobile photo devices near bicycle lanes, which will capture images of vehicles violating bicycle lane restrictions. Vehicle owners will be financially liable for violations, with escalating penalty amounts: $50 for a first violation, increasing to $250 for subsequent violations within a twelve-month period. The bill includes strict privacy protections, such as technologies to minimize identifying driver or passenger information and restrictions on how captured data can be used. During the first 60 days of implementation, only warning notices will be issued. Owners can contest liability, and there are specific provisions for stolen vehicles and leased vehicles. The city is required to submit biennial reports to state leadership detailing the program's implementation, including violation statistics, revenue generated, and impact on cyclist safety. The program will automatically expire after five years, allowing for a comprehensive review of its effectiveness.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A803