New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A06818

Introduced
3/14/25  
Refer
3/14/25  

Caption

Directs the New York city transit authority and metropolitan transportation authority to ensure the proper operation of security cameras at subway stations and report thereon.

Summary

Bill A06818 amends the public authorities law to mandate that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA) ensure the proper operation of security cameras at subway stations. It requires these authorities to publish an annual report detailing the performance of these cameras, including incidents of failures, duration of malfunctions, causes of failures, and a breakdown of failures by individual subway stations.

Impact

This bill impacts state laws by imposing new operational and reporting requirements on the MTA and NYCTA regarding security measures in subway stations. By mandating the publication of annual reports on security camera functionality, the bill aims to enhance accountability and transparency in public transportation security operations.

Sentiment

The general sentiment around Bill A06818 appears to be supportive, as it addresses public safety concerns related to subway security. However, there may be some apprehension regarding the feasibility of implementing the reporting requirements and the potential costs involved.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise from concerns about the financial implications of maintaining and reporting on security camera operations. Some stakeholders may argue that the costs could divert funds from other critical transportation services, while proponents emphasize the importance of safety and accountability in public transit.

Companion Bills

NY S05161

Same As Directs the New York city transit authority and metropolitan transportation authority to ensure the proper operation of security cameras at subway stations and report thereon.

Previously Filed As

NY S05161

Directs the New York city transit authority and metropolitan transportation authority to ensure the proper operation of security cameras at subway stations and report thereon.

NY A10517

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the 110th Street - Lexington Avenue subway station to the 110th Street - Eddie Palmieri station.

NY A10504

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the 116th Street - Lexington Avenue subway station to the 116th Street - Tito Puente station.

NY A10516

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the 103rd Street - Lexington Avenue subway station to the 103rd Street - Cicely Tyson station.

NY A11125

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the 125th Street - Lexington Avenue subway station to the 125th street - Luther Vandross station.

NY A10884

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the Chambers St 1/2/3 subway station to the Chambers St-Borough of Manhattan Community College station.

NY S09515

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the Chambers St 1/2/3 subway station to the Chambers St-Borough of Manhattan Community College station.

NY A09236

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the 79th Street subway station to the 79th Street - Saul Zabar station; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.

NY A09153

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the 190th street subway station on the IND Eighth Avenue line to the 190th street - Fort Tryon Park station.

NY S08051

Directs the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to rename the 190th street subway station on the IND Eighth Avenue line to the 190th street - Fort Tryon Park station.

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