Bill > S05908

This bill increases the membership of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) from sixteen to seventeen members, with a specific focus on ensuring representation from each of New York City's five boroughs. Specifically, the bill amends the Public Authorities Law to add one additional voting member, who will be appointed by the governor on the written recommendation of the New York City mayor. This new member will represent one of the five city boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, or Staten Island). The bill maintains the existing requirement that MTA board members have expertise in areas such as transportation, public administration, business management, finance, or other activities central to the authority's mission. Additionally, the bill provides for the terms of the new recommended members, with three members to have terms ending June 30, 2028, and two members to have terms ending June 30, 2031. The changes aim to enhance local representation and diversity on the MTA board by ensuring each borough has a dedicated representative.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5908