Bill > S04512

This bill enhances transportation accessibility for passengers with disabilities by mandating that Transportation Network Companies (TNCs), which are ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft, comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. The bill requires TNCs to implement policies ensuring accessibility for passengers with disabilities, including accommodating service animals, and prohibits charging additional fees for these services. TNCs must now provide a way for riders to indicate specific accessibility needs when requesting a ride through their mobile applications. Additionally, the bill establishes an on-demand vehicle accessibility fund by requiring TNCs to collect twenty cents per trip, which will be deposited into a special fund managed by the state comptroller and department of transportation. The collected funds will be used to support investments and incentives that improve accessible transportation services for people with disabilities, ensuring they have equitable access to on-demand transportation options. These changes aim to create a more inclusive transportation system that meets the needs of passengers with various disabilities.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4512