Bill > A05770

This bill creates the New York City Transit Authority Safety Advisory Panel to study and improve public safety in the transit system, with several key provisions. The panel will consist of seven members appointed by the governor, including representatives from law enforcement, emergency response, and regular transit riders, who will conduct a comprehensive three-year study on strategies to prevent terrorist attacks and criminal activities in transit stations. The bill mandates minimum staffing requirements for subway trains, ensuring that trains with more than four cars, trains passing through underwater tunnels or bridges, or trains potentially carrying over 750 passengers will have at least one train operator and one conductor. Additionally, the bill implements a moratorium on closing token booths in transit stations until July 2027 or until the completion of the safety panel's report, whichever comes later. The panel members will not receive compensation but will be reimbursed for expenses, and they will have the authority to request assistance and data from state agencies to support their research. The overall goal is to enhance passenger safety and security in the New York City transit system through careful study and strategic recommendations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5770