Bill > A07931

This bill, known as "Shawn's law," establishes two key provisions related to vehicle safety on major state roadways. First, it requires drivers of any motor vehicle that cannot maintain a speed of at least 35 miles per hour on state expressways, interstate routes, or thruway routes to pull over to the right-hand shoulder (if available) and seek assistance, unless the reduced speed is necessary for safe operation or compliance with other traffic laws. Second, the bill mandates that the New York State Police's division must conduct a comprehensive accident reconstruction and create a detailed report for any fatal motor vehicle accidents occurring on these same types of state roadways. These routes are specifically defined in existing highway law sections, and the provisions aim to improve road safety by ensuring that slow-moving vehicles are moved off high-speed routes and that fatal accidents receive thorough investigative documentation. The law will take effect immediately upon enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7931