Bill > S06024

This bill addresses E-ZPass transponder availability and fees by introducing new requirements for the New York State Thruway Authority. Specifically, if the authority increases fees for cash or non-E-ZPass users, they must waive the deposit requirement for obtaining a new E-ZPass transponder for at least 60 days after the fee increase takes effect. The bill also mandates that all retail locations selling E-ZPass in the state must accept cash payments for purchasing new transponders or reloading existing ones. The legislation defines an E-ZPass transponder as a receiver-transmitter issued by the authority that is mounted on a vehicle's exterior or interior according to the authority's instructions. The bill will take effect immediately, with the cash payment requirement for retail locations becoming effective 90 days after it becomes law. This legislation aims to make E-ZPass more accessible and affordable for users, particularly during periods of toll rate increases.

Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6024