Bill > S07717

This bill establishes maximum rates for towing and storing passenger and large vehicles outside of New York City, creating detailed pricing regulations for different vehicle weight classes. For passenger cars (vehicles under 4,500 pounds), the bill caps towing charges at $100 plus tolls, with storage fees limited to $25 per day for the first three days and $27 per day thereafter. For large vehicles, the bill sets progressive towing and storage rates based on vehicle weight, ranging from $125 for vehicles up to 10,000 pounds to $300 for vehicles over 26,000 pounds, with additional mile and storage charges. The legislation includes several important provisions, such as prohibiting extra charges for booted vehicles that are subsequently towed, exempting pre-existing contract towing, and requiring tow truck operators to be properly licensed and registered. The bill also specifies that operators cannot charge fees not explicitly authorized by law and sets limits on additional services like vehicle preparation and positioning. Importantly, these regulations do not apply to cities with populations of one million or more, which effectively means the bill does not impact New York City's towing practices.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7717