Bill > A01743

This bill amends the New York vehicle and traffic law to require the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to develop rules and regulations for recognizing and approving out-of-state or national accident prevention courses. Specifically, the bill adds a new definition to clarify that an "out-of-state course" or "national course" means an accident prevention course approved or acknowledged by a state other than New York. It also expands the commissioner's authority to create regulations, explicitly adding the power to approve certain out-of-state or national courses alongside existing regulatory powers such as setting standards for course delivery, instructors, facilities, course administration, and monitoring. The bill will take effect immediately, with the new definitional section becoming active 90 days after the bill becomes law. The purpose appears to be increasing flexibility for drivers who may have completed defensive driving courses in other states, potentially allowing them to receive the same benefits as those who complete courses within New York.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1743