Bill > S05161

This bill directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and New York City Transit Authority to ensure that all security cameras in subway stations are functioning properly and to publish an annual comprehensive report about their camera systems. The annual report must include specific details such as the total number of systemwide security camera failures in a calendar year, the percentage of cameras that failed, the duration of each camera malfunction, determinable causes of camera failures, and a detailed list of camera failures broken down by individual subway station. By mandating this reporting, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability regarding the maintenance and operational status of security cameras across the New York subway system. The requirements apply to both the MTA and New York City Transit Authority, and the bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5161