Bill > A01201

This bill requires transportation network companies (TNCs, which are ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft) to take specific actions when a passenger reports a sexual assault during a prearranged trip. Specifically, the bill mandates that TNCs must inform passengers who report a sexual assault that the company will not report the incident to law enforcement, and the company must also advise these passengers of their right to file a report with local law enforcement or state police. The proposed legislation adds a new section to the vehicle and traffic law, creating clear guidelines for how TNCs must respond to sexual assault reports. By requiring TNCs to provide this information, the bill aims to ensure that passengers who experience sexual assault during a ride are aware of their options and rights, while also making it clear that the TNC itself will not automatically initiate a law enforcement report. The bill would take effect immediately upon enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1201