Bill > A06103

This bill eliminates the metropolitan commuter transportation district (MCTD) supplemental registration fee for motorists residing in the counties of Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, and Orange. Currently, residents in the MCTD are required to pay an additional fee when registering a vehicle or renewing a driver's license, which includes a $1 supplemental fee for each six-month period of a learner's permit or license. The bill specifically modifies existing vehicle and traffic law to exempt residents of these four counties from paying this supplemental fee, which was previously required for all residents within the MCTD. The MCTD is a designated region established by public authorities law that typically includes the New York City metropolitan area. By removing this fee for these specific counties, the bill reduces the financial burden on motorists in those areas when registering vehicles or obtaining and renewing driver's licenses. The changes would take effect immediately upon the bill's passage.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6103