Bill > A03740

This bill amends the New York State highway law to expand the definition of a "designated town" to include the town of Montague in Lewis County, in addition to the previously designated town of Lorraine in Jefferson County. This amendment appears to be part of a broader legislative framework that allows certain towns to designate specific town roads as low-volume roads and minimum maintenance roads, which typically means these roads receive reduced maintenance and may have limited accessibility or service levels. The bill will take effect immediately, but the amendments to the highway law will be considered repealed when the underlying section of law is set to expire. The practical effect is to give the town of Montague the same road classification and management flexibility that was previously granted to the town of Lorraine, potentially allowing local officials more discretion in managing rural or less-traveled roadways.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3740