New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S02255

Introduced
1/16/25  
Refer
1/16/25  
Engrossed
3/11/25  
Refer
3/11/25  

Caption

Requires the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to implement certain standards issued by the society for protective coatings pertaining to applying and removing coatings from bridges, trestles, and elevated subway and railway tracks and stations.

Summary

Bill S02255 mandates that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the New York City Transit Authority (NYCTA) implement specific standards for the application and removal of coatings on various transportation infrastructure, including bridges, trestles, and elevated subway and railway tracks and stations. The bill requires that all work performed by non-employees of the authorities must adhere to a quality management program and meet industry standards set by the Society for Protective Coatings and the National Association of Corrosion Engineers. This includes certification requirements for workers involved in these processes.

Impact

The passage of this bill will enhance the quality and safety of maintenance work on critical transportation infrastructure in New York. By enforcing compliance with established industry standards, the bill aims to ensure that coatings applied to these structures are durable and effective, potentially reducing long-term maintenance costs and improving public safety. It will also affect contractors working with the MTA and NYCTA, as they will need to meet the new certification requirements to be eligible for contracts.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S02255 appears to be overwhelmingly positive, as indicated by the voting history. The Senate Transportation Committee voted unanimously in favor of the bill, and it passed the Senate floor with a significant majority, receiving 60 votes in favor and only 1 against. This suggests strong bipartisan support for the legislation, reflecting a shared commitment to improving infrastructure maintenance standards.

Contention

There were no notable points of contention raised during the discussions or voting process for Bill S02255. The unanimous support in committee and the strong majority in the Senate floor vote indicate that there were likely no significant opposing viewpoints or concerns regarding the bill's provisions among the legislators.

Companion Bills

NY A01005

Same As Requires the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to implement certain standards issued by the society for protective coatings pertaining to applying and removing coatings from bridges, trestles, and elevated subway and railway tracks and stations.

Previously Filed As

NY S01382

Requires the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to implement certain standards issued by the society for protective coatings pertaining to applying and removing coatings from bridges, trestles, and elevated subway and railway tracks and stations.

NY A01005

Requires the metropolitan transportation authority and the New York city transit authority to implement certain standards issued by the society for protective coatings pertaining to applying and removing coatings from bridges, trestles, and elevated subway and railway tracks and stations.

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 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 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.

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.

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