Bill > A02163

This bill modifies regulations for registering vintage snowmobiles in New York State, specifically those manufactured more than 30 years prior to the current calendar year. The bill establishes a special registration category with reduced fees: for standard vintage snowmobile registrations, the annual fee will be $125 for residents and non-residents, but this can be reduced to $20 if the owner is a member of a New York state snowmobile club affiliated with the New York State Snowmobile Association. The bill also adds a $5 additional fee for vintage snowmobile registrations and allows the commissioner of motor vehicles to develop a vintage-specific design for registration date tags. Additionally, the bill updates language to use gender-neutral terms like "they" instead of "he or she" and ensures that if an individual cannot secure club membership on their own, the New York State Snowmobile Association will help them obtain it. The changes aim to provide a more accessible and affordable registration process for owners of older snowmobiles while supporting local snowmobile clubs and trail maintenance. The act is set to take effect on December 31, 2028, with provisions for implementing regulations beforehand.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2163