Bill > S01355

This bill authorizes the village of Canton in St. Lawrence County, New York, to reduce the speed limit on a specific section of East Main Street to 40 miles per hour, in accordance with section 1643 of the vehicle and traffic law. The legislation provides the village's governing body the legal ability to officially establish this reduced speed limit through a local law, ordinance, order, rule, or regulation. The bill specifically applies to the section of East Main Street between mile markers 11 7506 1320 and 11 7506 1332, and it will take effect immediately upon passage. This type of localized traffic control bill allows municipalities to adjust speed limits on specific roadways to enhance safety based on local conditions, with state legislative approval providing the necessary legal authorization.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1355