Bill > S03525

This bill amends the New York Public Authorities Law and Vehicle and Traffic Law to provide toll exemptions on the New York State Thruway for disabled veterans. Specifically, the legislation will waive tolls for New York state residents who are veterans and have been certified by the United States Veterans' Administration or Department of Defense as being entitled to disability payments for a disability incurred during wartime. The bill requires these veterans to be certified as having a service-connected disability, and the exemption applies specifically to tolls collected by the New York State Thruway Authority. The changes will be implemented 120 days after the bill becomes law, and during this period, the relevant authorities are authorized to develop and finalize the necessary rules and regulations to support the new toll exemption program. This legislation aims to provide a financial benefit to veterans who have been disabled during military service, recognizing their sacrifices by reducing their transportation costs.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3525