Bill > A10563

This bill, known as the "vehicular violence accountability act," aims to enhance road safety by introducing new definitions and offenses related to vehicular violence. It mandates that applicants for a driver's license must undergo training and testing on "vehicular violence," which is defined as conduct committed while operating a motorized vehicle, excluding driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, that negligently causes injury or death to another individual. The bill also establishes new crimes such as "serious physical injury by vehicle," "aggravated serious physical injury by vehicle," "death by vehicle," and "aggravated death by vehicle," with varying degrees of severity and penalties depending on factors like prior offenses, speed, or the number of victims. Additionally, it requires the commissioner of motor vehicles to develop a curriculum for this new awareness component and to train instructors to teach it, ensuring that prospective drivers are educated on the dangers of causing harm through negligent driving.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A10563