Bill > A05907

This bill provides for the mandatory suspension of a person's driver's license if they are convicted of operating a vessel (boat) while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Specifically, the bill amends existing navigation and vehicle and traffic laws to require courts to suspend a person's privilege to operate a motor vehicle and potentially suspend their motor vehicle registration when they are convicted of certain boating under the influence (BUI) offenses. The bill allows the Department of Motor Vehicles commissioner to establish rules permitting conditional or restricted vehicle operation after a mandatory revocation period of at least three years, providing some flexibility for individuals who have committed BUI offenses. The goal of the legislation appears to be creating a legal consequence for boating under the influence that mirrors existing penalties for driving under the influence, thereby deterring dangerous behavior on waterways and holding individuals accountable for operating vessels while impaired. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5907