Bill > A08017

This bill amends the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law to allow vehicles powered by alternative fuels to exceed standard weight limits by up to 2,000 pounds. Specifically, the bill provides a weight limit exemption for vehicles or vehicle combinations that are primarily fueled by natural gas, propane gas, hydrogen, or electric battery power. The additional weight allowance applies to existing weight limitations in several subdivisions of Section 385 of the vehicle and traffic law. An important caveat is that this weight exemption does not permit vehicles to exceed posted weight capacities for highways or structures. The purpose of the bill appears to be supporting alternative fuel vehicle technologies by providing some flexibility in vehicle weight restrictions, potentially to accommodate the additional weight of alternative fuel systems or batteries. The bill will take effect immediately upon enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8017