Bill > S07944

This bill addresses several key provisions related to elevator licensing, mechanics, and inspections in New York State. It modifies existing labor law to expand alternative qualifications for obtaining an elevator mechanic's license, including recognizing national training programs, state-registered apprenticeship programs, and civil service experience. The bill introduces a new provision allowing elevator contractors to request temporary licenses for apprentices during verified shortages of licensed mechanics, with each temporary license valid for 45 days and renewable. The legislation also increases civil penalties for unlicensed work, raising the maximum fine from $1,000 to $10,000 for initial violations and from $2,000 to $20,000 for subsequent violations within three years. Additionally, the bill establishes comprehensive inspection requirements for elevators and conveyances, mandating that owners ensure inspections comply with specific American Society of Mechanical Engineers safety codes, and requiring that all inspections be performed by licensed elevator mechanics and witnessed by licensed elevator inspectors. The new regulations aim to enhance safety, ensure proper training and licensing, and improve oversight of elevator maintenance and repair across the state, with the exception of cities with populations over one million.

Housing and Urban Affairs, Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7944