New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A05695

Introduced
2/20/25  
Refer
2/20/25  

Caption

Requires the triborough bridge authority to establish a cashless tolling amnesty program; requires the metropolitan transportation authority to post their fee waiver policy on their website.

Summary

Bill A05695 aims to amend the public authorities law by establishing a cashless tolling amnesty program for the Triborough Bridge Authority. This program would allow individuals and entities charged with cashless toll fees to pay their tolls in full while having any associated violation fees waived for a six-month period. Additionally, the bill stipulates that toll violation fees cannot exceed twice the toll amount for the first ninety days and three times the toll amount for an additional ninety days. Furthermore, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority is required to post its fee waiver policy on its website, ensuring transparency for users.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would create a temporary amnesty program that could alleviate financial burdens for individuals and businesses that have incurred cashless toll violations. It would modify existing laws regarding toll violation fees, potentially reducing the revenue generated from these fines during the amnesty period. The requirement for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to post its fee waiver policy would enhance public access to information regarding fee waivers, promoting accountability and clarity in toll operations.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A05695 appears to be generally supportive, particularly among those advocating for consumer protections and financial relief for toll users. However, there may be concerns regarding the potential loss of revenue for the Triborough Bridge Authority during the amnesty period, which could lead to opposition from fiscal conservatives or those prioritizing budgetary constraints.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise from stakeholders concerned about the financial implications of the amnesty program on the Triborough Bridge Authority's revenue. Some lawmakers and advocacy groups may support the bill for its consumer-friendly approach, while others may argue against it due to concerns about the potential negative impact on infrastructure funding and the precedent it sets for toll violations.

Companion Bills

NY S02245

Same As Requires the triborough bridge authority to establish a cashless tolling amnesty program; requires the metropolitan transportation authority to post their fee waiver policy on their website.

Previously Filed As

NY S01258

Requires the triborough bridge authority to establish a cashless tolling amnesty program; requires the metropolitan transportation authority to post their fee waiver policy on their website.

NY S02245

Requires the triborough bridge authority to establish a cashless tolling amnesty program; requires the metropolitan transportation authority to post their fee waiver policy on their website.

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 A05024

Directs the Department of Transportation, the Bridge Authority, the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel authority, the Thruway authority, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to each conduct a study of certain bridges spanning bodies of water connected to deep water ports in the state to determine whether such bridges have the structural integrity to withstand an impact from large vessels such as cargo ships, oil tankers and cruise ships; requires a report and recommendations; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

NY S09216

Directs the Department of Transportation, the Bridge Authority, the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel authority, the Thruway authority, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to each conduct a study of certain bridges spanning bodies of water connected to deep water ports in the state to determine whether such bridges have the structural integrity to withstand an impact from large vessels such as cargo ships, oil tankers and cruise ships; requires a report and recommendations; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof.

NY A09356

Directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to establish a free bus fare program for students.

NY S10537

Authorizes the Triborough bridge and tunnel authority to exempt certain residents of the central business district from the central business district toll.

NY HB2123

Transportation; powers and duties of the Turnpike Authority; removing authority to construct certain bridge; authorizing the building of a certain bridge; effective date.

NY A09361

Directs the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to establish a free bus fare program for high school students.

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