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NY S05672
NY S05672Requires transportation network companies to notify passengers who have reported an incident of sexual assault that occurred during a TNC prearranged trip that the TNC will not report such incident to law enforcement; requires TNCs to advise every passenger that reports an incident of sexual assault that occurred during a TNC prearranged trip of their right to make a report to local law enforcement or the state police.
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to requiring transportation network companies to notify passengers who have reported an incident of sexual assault of certain information
AI Summary
This bill amends the New York vehicle and traffic law to require transportation network companies (TNCs), which are ride-sharing platforms like Uber or Lyft, to take specific actions when a passenger reports a sexual assault during a prearranged trip. Specifically, the bill mandates that TNCs must first notify the passenger that the company will not independently report the sexual assault incident to law enforcement. Additionally, the TNCs must ensure that passengers who report such an incident are informed of their right to file a report with local law enforcement agencies or state police. The bill aims to provide clarity and support to victims of sexual assault during rideshare trips by ensuring they understand their reporting options and that the TNC will not automatically involve law enforcement without their consent. The legislation will take effect immediately upon enactment, giving TNCs a clear directive to modify their response protocols when sexual assault incidents are reported.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION (on 02/27/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5672 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S05672&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S05672 |
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