Bill > S03387

This bill requires the New York Department of Transportation (DOT) to include complete street design features in state, county, and local transportation projects that receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight. Complete street design means roadway design that accommodates all users, including motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists, and public transportation users of all ages and abilities. The bill mandates that DOT create a scoring template to prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety, with a minimum score threshold that projects must meet. Acceptable complete street design features include sidewalks, bicycle lanes, crosswalks, road diets, bus pull-outs, and traffic calming measures. The bill provides exceptions for projects where bicycle and pedestrian access is legally prohibited, would be disproportionately costly, lacks demonstrated need, or could negatively impact public safety. Additionally, the requirements do not apply to specific types of minor maintenance or improvement projects like pavement preservation, bridge maintenance, drainage work, or projects where complete street design would significantly hinder completion. The bill ensures that DOT is not required to spend more than available federal and state funding on these design features and provides a grandfather clause for projects that were already 35% approved before the law's effective date.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3387