Bill > S02168

This bill amends the New York public authorities law to provide a 50% toll discount on thruway roads for farmers who are engaged in agricultural activities and meet specific tax exemption criteria. Specifically, farmers who qualify for a tax exemption under a certain section of the tax law will be eligible for the reduced toll rate when using the New York State Thruway. To obtain the discount, farmers must file a certificate demonstrating their tax-exempt status with the thruway authority, which will then issue them E-ZPass tags enabling the reduced rate. The discount applies only to commercial transportation of agricultural products and cannot be used for personal or non-commercial vehicle travel. Importantly, the discount does not apply to additional surcharges beyond the standard crossing fare. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, giving the thruway authority time to implement the new toll rate system for qualifying farmers.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2168