Bill > S04830

This bill authorizes the New York State Thruway Authority to issue annual short-distance commuter permits for free travel between specific interchanges (specifically interchanges 34-A, 35, 36, 37, 38, and 39) in the Syracuse area. The permits will be valid only for travel within this designated "permit area" and may be restricted to peak commuter hours. If an independent audit shows that these free permits cause significant revenue loss, the Thruway Authority can offer the permits at a discounted rate per mile, but only after holding at least one public hearing in the permit area to maximize public input. The bill has a sunset provision, meaning it will automatically expire on December 31, 2030, and requires the Thruway Authority to develop implementation rules and regulations within 120 days of the bill becoming law. This legislation appears designed to provide local commuters with more affordable and convenient travel options within a specific segment of the New York State Thruway.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4830