Bill > A05142

This bill amends the New York City Administrative Code to allow certain commuter vans to accept street hails in specific community districts, which is currently prohibited. Specifically, the bill establishes a program where commuter vans (defined as passenger vehicles with 9-20 seats) can pick up passengers directly from the street in selected areas of Manhattan and Brooklyn, including community districts two, twelve, five, nine, sixteen, seventeen, and eighteen. The program prohibits street hails at airports and other areas the commission may designate. Commuter van services must still be licensed by the city's transportation commission, and these vehicles can only accept street hails if they meet certain requirements. The bill mandates that the commission submit an annual report evaluating the program, analyzing its impact, and providing recommendations for potential future expansions of street hail authorization for commuter vans. The new regulations will take effect 90 days after the bill becomes law, providing time for implementation and preparation by the transportation commission and commuter van services.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5142