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NY S07565

NY S07565
Directs the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the implementation of traffic control devices at intersections with a high volume of visual and hearing impaired pedestrians.


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Introduced
04/22/2025
In Committee
04/22/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT directing the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the implementation of traffic control devices at intersections with a high volume of visual and hearing impaired pedestrians

AI Summary

This bill directs the New York State Commissioner of Transportation to conduct a comprehensive study on implementing specialized traffic control devices at intersections with high volumes of pedestrians who have visual or hearing impairments. The study will specifically examine the feasibility of installing "pedestrian control devices," which are defined as electronically operated traffic signals that help visually and hearing-impaired individuals safely cross intersections. The commissioner will be required to estimate the number of intersections needing such devices, develop an implementation method, calculate associated costs, and determine the process for installation. Upon completing the study, no later than December 31st following the bill's enactment, the commissioner must submit a detailed report to key state legislative leaders, including the governor, senate and assembly leaders, minority leaders, and chairs of transportation committees. The bill will take effect 30 days after becoming law, with the goal of improving accessibility and safety for pedestrians with disabilities at state-owned public road intersections.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION (on 04/22/2025)

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