Bill > S07349

This bill amends the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law to require driver's license renewal applicants to prove they have acceptable vision to operate a motor vehicle. Specifically, applicants will now need to either pass a vision test administered by the commissioner or their agent, or submit a certification from a qualified healthcare professional (such as a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, optometrist, or optician) verifying they have adequate vision to drive. This vision verification is an additional requirement for license renewal, alongside existing requirements like paying the prescribed fee, providing proof of prior licensing, and submitting social security information. The bill aims to enhance road safety by ensuring that drivers maintain sufficient visual capacity to operate a motor vehicle. The new requirement will go into effect 60 days after the bill becomes law, giving the Department of Motor Vehicles time to implement the new vision testing or certification process for license renewals.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7349