Bill > S03834

This bill directs the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) to develop comprehensive security regulations for truck, van, and trailer rental businesses within twelve months. The bill requires all truck rental companies to register with DHSES and mandates that these companies maintain detailed customer records for at least two years. Rental companies must verify customer identities by requiring a valid driver's license and at least one additional form of identification. The bill also allows for potential renters to be checked against state and federal criminal databases for terrorism screening purposes. Additionally, rental companies must display a prominent notice on rental agreements informing customers that their information may be screened against criminal databases. The legislation defines a "truck rental company" broadly to include not just primary businesses, but also their subsidiaries, affiliates, and franchises operating in New York State. DHSES is further tasked with developing best practices for the truck rental industry and creating educational resources to help rental businesses identify and report suspicious activities. The bill aims to enhance security measures and screening processes in the truck rental sector to potentially prevent terrorist activities or misuse of rental vehicles.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3834