Bill > A06989

This bill enacts the "Motor Carrier Safety Compliance Requirement Act", which establishes comprehensive safety regulations for companies that contract with motor carriers (transportation companies that move passengers or cargo by truck). The legislation requires contracting companies to conduct thorough vetting of motor carriers, ensuring they have valid safety ratings from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and comply with all applicable safety regulations. Specifically, companies must assess motor carriers' safety management controls, driver monitoring systems, and fatigue management programs. Motor carriers must provide detailed documentation of their safety policies, including records of FMCSA regulation compliance and any corrective actions taken for safety deficiencies. They are also required to submit annual reports to contracting companies detailing their safety ratings, incident records, and driver monitoring system updates. The bill includes potential legal consequences for companies that fail to properly vet motor carriers, with possible penalties such as fines or suspension of operating privileges. Additionally, the department responsible for transportation will develop resources and training materials to help companies understand and implement these safety compliance requirements. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization to develop necessary implementation regulations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6989