Bill > A05845

This bill amends the New York State vehicle and traffic law to establish a toll exemption in the central business district for specific emergency medical and fire protection personnel. Specifically, the bill provides that no New York City employee working as an emergency medical technician (EMT), advanced emergency medical technician, or in a supervisory role over such positions, shall be charged a central business district toll. Similarly, no New York City employee working as a fire protection inspector, associate fire protection inspector, or in a supervisory role over such positions, will be charged a central business district toll. The bill defines these roles by referencing existing definitions in the public health law, ensuring that only specific professional categories qualify for the exemption. The legislation aims to support and ease the financial burden on critical first responders and medical personnel who may need to travel through tolled areas as part of their professional duties. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5845