Bill > A08688

This bill modifies the vehicle and traffic law to require drivers to yield the right of way when a vehicle displaying a green or blue light approaches. Specifically, when a vehicle with a lighted green or blue lamp is approaching, other drivers must immediately move to the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway (or to the edge of a multi-lane one-way road), stop, and remain in that position until the vehicle with the green or blue light passes. The bill clarifies that this requirement applies to vehicles authorized to display green or blue lights under section 375 of the vehicle and traffic law, and maintains the existing provision that drivers of such vehicles still have a duty to drive with reasonable care. This change appears to expand existing rules about yielding to emergency vehicles to include certain other types of authorized vehicles with green or blue light displays, though the specific purpose or types of vehicles is not detailed in the bill text.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8688