Bill > S07527

This bill creates a special parking placard for licensed midwives that will allow them to temporarily park in no-parking zones (but not in areas where stopping or standing is prohibited) for up to one hour while attending to patients nearby. The bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to establish a process for midwives to obtain these distinctive placards, which will be unique, serialized, and issued by the commissioner of motor vehicles. To receive the placard, a midwife must be currently licensed under Article 140 of the education law, submit an annual application, and pay a one-time service charge set by the commissioner. The purpose of the placard is to help midwives more quickly access patients, potentially improving the speed and efficiency of medical care, particularly in situations where immediate medical attention is crucial. The bill represents a recognition of the unique professional needs of midwives who often provide home-based care and may need to park close to their patients' residences.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7527