Bill > S04979

This bill directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), a major public transportation agency in New York, to conduct a comprehensive study within one year focusing on two key areas: (1) identifying and evaluating structures and storage areas located underneath elevated train tracks that could potentially pose safety hazards to the MTA's facilities, infrastructure, and commuters, and (2) assessing the effectiveness of the MTA's current commuter notification system in providing timely information about hazards, emergencies, and service changes. The MTA is required to submit a detailed report of its findings, conclusions, and recommendations to the governor and state legislature, with the understanding that any classified information may be omitted at the discretion of the MTA chair. The bill specifies that all costs associated with conducting this study and preparing the report will be paid by the MTA itself, and the act will take effect immediately upon passage.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4979