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NY S02006
NY S02006Provides for the establishment of school speed limits of not less than fifteen miles per hour by the legislative body of any county or, if so delegated, by the legislative body of any locality within said county on a portion of a state highway, county or town road passing a school building.
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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to school speed limits
AI Summary
This bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to expand the authority for establishing school speed limits in New York State. Currently, the Department of Transportation can set school speed limits of not less than 15 miles per hour on state highways. The bill now allows county legislative bodies, or municipalities within a county if delegated by the county, to also establish school speed limits of not less than 15 miles per hour. These reduced speed limits can be implemented for up to 1,320 feet on highways that pass by school buildings, entrances, or exits. This change gives local governments more flexibility in managing traffic safety near schools by enabling them to set lower speed limits without relying solely on the state transportation department. The bill will take effect on the first of November following its passage into law, providing local jurisdictions with a new tool to potentially improve pedestrian safety in school zones.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION (on 01/14/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2006 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S02006&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S02006 |
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