New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A01180

Introduced
1/9/25  
Refer
1/9/25  

Caption

Requires bomb or blast resistant garbage receptacles in facilities of common carriers; provides minimum specifications for such receptacles shall be set by the NYS division of homeland security and emergency services.

Summary

Bill A01180 mandates that all common carriers in New York must provide bomb or blast resistant garbage receptacles at their facilities. This legislation aims to enhance security measures in public transportation and other common carrier facilities by ensuring that waste disposal methods are resilient against potential explosive threats. The specifications for these receptacles will be determined by the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, ensuring that they meet appropriate safety standards.

Impact

The bill will amend the transportation law in New York, introducing new requirements for waste management in facilities operated by common carriers. This change is expected to increase the overall safety and security of public spaces, particularly in areas where large numbers of people gather, such as bus and train stations. The implementation of these receptacles may also lead to increased costs for common carriers, as they will need to procure and maintain these specialized containers.

Sentiment

The sentiment around Bill A01180 appears to be generally supportive, as it addresses public safety concerns in the wake of increased threats to transportation facilities. However, there may be some apprehension regarding the financial implications for common carriers required to comply with the new regulations. Discussions in committee have yet to reveal significant opposition, but concerns about the practicality and cost-effectiveness of implementing such measures may arise as the bill progresses.

Contention

Notable points of contention may include the financial burden placed on common carriers to implement these new receptacles and the adequacy of the specifications set by the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. Some stakeholders may argue that the costs associated with compliance could outweigh the benefits, while others may emphasize the necessity of enhanced security measures in public transportation.

Companion Bills

NY S06311

Same As Requires bomb or blast resistant garbage receptacles in facilities of common carriers; provides minimum specifications for such receptacles shall be set by the NYS division of homeland security and emergency services.

Previously Filed As

NY S06311

Requires bomb or blast resistant garbage receptacles in facilities of common carriers; provides minimum specifications for such receptacles shall be set by the NYS division of homeland security and emergency services.

NY A01437

Relates to requiring bomb or blast resistant garbage receptacles in facilities of common carriers; provides minimum specifications for such receptacles shall be set by the NYS division of homeland security and emergency services.

NY SB1651

Ballot receptacles; tampering

NY HB2219

ballot receptacles; electioneering limits

NY HB2735

Ballot receptacles; electioneering limits

NY SB731

Trash receptacles and storage containers: reflective markings.

NY S10412

Prohibits fraudulent absentee ballot drop-off boxes or receptacles by making it a felony for anyone other than the board of elections to erect, display or maintain an absentee ballot drop-off box or receptacle.

NY A09597

Provides that the Seaview/Ocean Bay Park garbage district shall have 7 commissioners; provides for the requirements for appointment of such commissioners.

NY S09461

Provides that the Seaview/Ocean Bay Park garbage district shall have 7 commissioners; provides for the requirements for appointment of such commissioners.

NY A07974

Directs the division of homeland security and emergency services to develop rules and regulations relating to truck rental security; requires any person or organization in the business of renting trucks, vans or trailers to the public to be registered with the state.

Similar Bills

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