New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A03718

Introduced
1/30/25  
Refer
1/30/25  

Caption

Provides for toll reimbursement for port authority of New York and New Jersey employees for entering or exiting the port authority port district, the twenty-five mile radius of the Statue of Liberty National Monument.

Summary

Bill A03718 amends chapter 154 of the laws of 1921 to establish a toll reimbursement program for employees of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. The bill mandates that all employees, whether represented or non-represented, be reimbursed for toll charges incurred while commuting to and from their work assignments within a designated port district. This district is defined as a twenty-five mile radius around the Statue of Liberty National Monument, covering approximately fifteen hundred square miles. Additionally, the bill provides for the issuance of non-revenue E-ZPass devices to these employees for their commuting needs, which must be surrendered upon retirement or termination.

Impact

The enactment of this bill will directly affect the financial responsibilities of the Port Authority by requiring it to reimburse employees for toll expenses. This change may necessitate adjustments in the Port Authority's budget and operational policies to accommodate the new reimbursement system. The bill also establishes a precedent for similar reimbursement policies for public employees in other jurisdictions, potentially influencing future legislation regarding employee benefits and compensation.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A03718 appears to be generally supportive among employees of the Port Authority, as it addresses a financial burden related to commuting costs. However, there may be concerns from fiscal conservatives regarding the potential impact on the Port Authority's budget and the implications of expanding employee benefits. The lack of recorded votes or committee discussions indicates that the bill may still be under consideration or that further discussions are needed to gauge broader legislative support.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise from the financial implications of the toll reimbursement program, particularly among legislators concerned about budget constraints and the sustainability of such benefits. Additionally, there may be differing opinions on whether all employees, including non-represented individuals, should receive the same level of reimbursement, which could lead to debates about equity and fairness in employee compensation.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ S2098

Imposes restrictions concerning Port Authority of New York and New Jersey commissioners, officers, and employees regarding employment, gifts, and compensation.

NY S09493

Directs the commissioner of transportation, in consultation with the New York state bridge authority, thruway authority, triborough bridge and tunnel authority, metropolitan transportation authority, and port authority of New York and New Jersey, shall conduct a statewide study and review of the tolling authorities' regulations and policies in relation to cashless tolling and tolls by mail collection (Part A); provides that no fine, fee or administrative charge for the late payment of a toll shall exceed ten per centum of the amount of such toll owed or be accessed within one hundred eighty days from the date of the incurred toll (Part B); requires the department of transportation, in consultation and cooperation with the New York state thruway authority, the New York state bridge authority, the metropolitan transportation authority, and the Port authority of New York and New Jersey, maintain a central website with the contact information for each authority's relevant toll payer advocate office and customer service center including phone numbers, email addresses and a website address or hyperlink for each authority's toll payer advocate help request form (Part C); establishes a cashless tolling amnesty program for certain public authorities (Part D).

NY A09070

Directs the commissioner of transportation, in consultation with the New York state bridge authority, thruway authority, triborough bridge and tunnel authority, metropolitan transportation authority, and port authority of New York and New Jersey, shall conduct a statewide study and review of the tolling authorities' regulations and policies in relation to cashless tolling and tolls by mail collection (Part A); provides that no fine, fee or administrative charge for the late payment of a toll shall exceed ten per centum of the amount of such toll owed or be accessed within one hundred eighty days from the date of the incurred toll (Part B); requires the department of transportation, in consultation and cooperation with the New York state thruway authority, the New York state bridge authority, the metropolitan transportation authority, and the Port authority of New York and New Jersey, maintain a central website with the contact information for each authority's relevant toll payer advocate office and customer service center including phone numbers, email addresses and a website address or hyperlink for each authority's toll payer advocate help request form (Part C); establishes a cashless tolling amnesty program for certain public authorities (Part D).

NY A11291

Relates to the organization of the Port Authority

NY S10222

Relates to port authority organization, appearance and notice; establishes the port authority transportation advisory committee.

FL H4105

Port St. Joe Port Authority, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, and Liberty Counties

NY A10919

Requires the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey take steps to update noise exposure maps and take steps to reduce noise pollution around certain covered airports; defines covered airports.

NY A10056

Relates to port authority organization, appearance and notice.

NY A07975

Establishes an optional twenty-five year retirement plan for employees of the New York Power Authority who are a member of the public employee organization certified or recognized to represent employees of such authority.

NY S07378

Establishes an optional twenty-five year retirement plan for employees of the New York Power Authority who are a member of the public employee organization certified or recognized to represent employees of such authority.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.