Bill > S07802

This bill authorizes the town of Yorktown in Westchester County to install and operate photo speed violation monitoring systems within construction or maintenance work areas on local roads (excluding state highways). These systems would allow the town to automatically issue citations to vehicle owners who exceed posted speed limits in designated work zones. The bill amends existing vehicle and traffic law to specifically grant Yorktown this enforcement capability, which was previously limited to state-level highway construction zones. The monitoring systems can be used in two scenarios: when a specific work zone speed limit is in effect or when other reduced speed limits apply during highway construction or maintenance. The bill, referred to as "Jake's Law," will take effect 90 days after becoming law. This type of legislation aims to enhance safety in road work areas by deterring speeding through automated enforcement, with the goal of protecting workers and drivers in potentially hazardous construction zones.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7802