Bill > S03144

This bill amends the transportation law to require that accessible buses (buses equipped to transport people with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs) be available within a three-mile service area of any bus line operated by a transportation authority or its subsidiaries. Currently, the law mandates that at least 65% of buses in a transportation authority's fleet must be accessible to transportation-disabled persons, and all newly purchased or leased buses must contribute to meeting this accessibility requirement. The bill specifically adds language to ensure that these accessible buses are geographically distributed within a three-mile radius of bus lines, which effectively increases the availability and proximity of accessible transportation options for individuals with disabilities. By expanding the service area requirement, the legislation aims to improve transportation equity and mobility for people with mobility challenges, ensuring they have more convenient access to public transit across a broader geographic region.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3144