New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A04523

Introduced
2/4/25  
Refer
2/4/25  

Caption

Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with street cleaning parking rules; relates to access to records prepared pursuant to street cleaning parking rules.

Summary

Bill A04523 seeks to amend the vehicle and traffic law in New York, specifically addressing owner liability for violations of street cleaning parking rules. It allows the City of New York to establish a demonstration program that imposes monetary penalties on vehicle owners if the operator fails to comply with posted street cleaning regulations. The program will enable the installation of photo devices on street cleaning vehicles to capture evidence of violations, which will be used to issue notices of liability to vehicle owners. The bill also outlines the procedures for handling recorded images, ensuring they are used solely for adjudicating liability and are not publicly accessible.

Impact

The bill impacts state laws by introducing a new section to the vehicle and traffic law that specifically addresses the liability of vehicle owners for street cleaning violations. It establishes a framework for the City of New York to implement a photo enforcement program, which could lead to increased compliance with street cleaning regulations and potentially generate additional revenue through fines. The bill also modifies existing laws regarding the handling of photographic evidence and the adjudication process for parking violations.

Sentiment

The sentiment around Bill A04523 appears to be mixed, with some support for enhancing compliance with street cleaning regulations through technological means, while concerns may exist regarding privacy and the fairness of imposing penalties on vehicle owners for operator actions. The lack of voting history and committee discussions makes it difficult to gauge the overall sentiment more accurately.

Contention

Notable points of contention may include concerns about privacy related to the use of photo devices, the fairness of penalizing vehicle owners for the actions of operators, and the potential for increased revenue generation through fines rather than public safety. Stakeholders such as civil liberties advocates may oppose the bill, while city officials may support it as a means to improve street cleanliness and compliance with regulations.

Companion Bills

NY S01891

Same As Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with street cleaning parking rules; relates to access to records prepared pursuant to street cleaning parking rules.

Previously Filed As

NY A11171

Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with street cleaning parking rules; relates to access to records prepared pursuant to street cleaning parking rules.

NY S10036

Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with street cleaning parking rules; relates to access to records prepared pursuant to street cleaning parking rules.

NY S01891

Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with street cleaning parking rules; relates to access to records prepared pursuant to street cleaning parking rules.

NY S10322

Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with stopping requirements at intersections in violation of section 1174 of the vehicle and traffic law; relates to access to records.

NY A11436

Relates to owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with stopping requirements at intersections in violation of section 1174 of the vehicle and traffic law

NY A05440

Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York through the use of traffic control indicator cameras.

NY S08665

Imposes owner liability for failure of an operator to comply with traffic control indicators within the city of New York through the use of traffic control indicator cameras.

NY S08120

Relates to owner liability for failure of operators to comply with toll collection regulations; requires public authorities to send a notice to owners upon incurring an obligation to pay a toll; provides for the adjudication of such liability and defenses to an allegation of liability; repeals certain provisions of law relating thereto.

NY A10880

Prohibits metered parking on certain streets in the city of New York based upon the percentage of residential dwellings that make up such street.

NY S10507

Limits the ability of municipalities to impose off-street parking requirements in certain areas.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.