Bill > S03391

This bill establishes requirements for side under-ride guards, which are safety devices designed to prevent pedestrians, bicyclists, and passenger vehicles from being caught underneath large vehicles. Specifically, the bill mandates that within 24 months of the law's effective date, trucks, tractors, and trailer combinations with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or more, and with a specific cab configuration, must be equipped with side under-ride guards when operating in cities with a population of one million or more, excluding controlled-access highways. Additionally, the bill requires all state fleet vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds to be similarly equipped, with the commissioner of motor vehicles authorized to create rules and regulations for implementation. The bill allows for potential exemptions in cases where installation is impractical or could disrupt public safety or health services, and provides flexibility for situations such as vendor supply limitations or vehicle replacement cycles. Notably, the requirements do not apply to vehicles already in state or city fleets. The law will take effect 180 days after it becomes law, with immediate authorization for developing necessary implementing regulations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3391