Bill > A08446

This bill authorizes the city of Mt. Vernon to establish a school speed zone demonstration program that allows the installation of photo speed violation monitoring systems in up to twenty school speed zones. The program enables the city to impose monetary liability on vehicle owners when their vehicles are caught speeding in these designated school zones during specific times, such as school hours, one hour before and after school, and during student activities. The system will use cameras to capture images of vehicles traveling more than ten miles per hour above the posted speed limit. Key provisions include detailed requirements for system installation, operation, and calibration, as well as strict privacy protections for the recorded images. The bill specifies that owners will be liable for fines not exceeding $50 per violation, with potential additional penalties for late responses. The program includes safeguards such as a defense for stolen vehicles, provisions for vehicle lessors, and a requirement for the city to submit annual reports detailing the program's impact. The demonstration program is set to expire on December 1, 2031, and will require careful monitoring and reporting to assess its effectiveness in improving school zone safety.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8446