New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S03480

Introduced
1/27/25  
Refer
1/27/25  

Caption

Authorizes and directs the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the feasibility of removing all existing 3-cable guide rails on New York roadways and replacing such guide rails with safer alternatives; requires a report to be submitted to the governor, the temporary president of the senate, the speaker of the assembly, the minority leader of the senate, and the minority leader of the assembly containing the findings and recommendations for legislative or other actions.

Summary

Bill S03480 authorizes the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the feasibility of removing all existing 3-cable guide rails on New York roadways and replacing them with safer modern alternatives. The study will assess the locations and mileage of these guide rails, the estimated costs associated with their removal and replacement, the duration of the removal process, and the anticipated impact on vehicle and motorist safety. The findings of this study will be compiled into a report to be submitted to key legislative leaders within one year of the bill's enactment.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will not directly change existing laws but will initiate a study that could lead to significant changes in roadway safety regulations and infrastructure standards in New York. Depending on the findings, it may result in legislative proposals for the removal and replacement of 3-cable guide rails, which could affect state and local budgets and safety protocols on highways and roads.

Sentiment

The sentiment around Bill S03480 appears to be neutral to positive, as it aims to enhance roadway safety through a comprehensive study. However, there may be concerns regarding the costs and logistics of replacing existing infrastructure, which could lead to discussions in committee and among stakeholders.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the financial implications of the study and potential replacement of the guide rails. Local governments may express concerns about the burden of costs, while safety advocates may push for immediate action based on preliminary findings. The balance between safety improvements and fiscal responsibility will likely be a key discussion point.

Companion Bills

NY A04581

Same As Authorizes and directs the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the feasibility of removing all existing 3-cable guide rails on New York roadways and replacing such guide rails with safer alternatives; requires a report to be submitted to the governor, the temporary president of the senate, the speaker of the assembly, the minority leader of the senate, and the minority leader of the assembly containing the findings and recommendations for legislative or other actions.

Previously Filed As

NY A04581

Authorizes and directs the commissioner of transportation to conduct a study on the feasibility of removing all existing 3-cable guide rails on New York roadways and replacing such guide rails with safer alternatives; requires a report to be submitted to the governor, the temporary president of the senate, the speaker of the assembly, the minority leader of the senate, and the minority leader of the assembly containing the findings and recommendations for legislative or other actions.

NY S10371

Establishes a committee to examine the state industrial code and recommend any changes that need to be made; requires a report to be sent to the governor, the commissioner, the temporary president of the senate, the speaker of the assembly, the senate minority leader and assembly minority leader on any changes that need to be made to the state industrial code.

NY S01596

Limits the tenure of the temporary president of the senate, speaker of the assembly, majority leader of the senate, minority leader of the senate, majority leader of the assembly and minority leader of the assembly to 8 years; limits the tenure of the chairman of any single legislative committee to 8 consecutive years.

NY S01583

Limits the tenure of the temporary president of the senate, speaker of the assembly, majority leader of the senate, minority leader of the senate, majority leader of the assembly and minority leader of the assembly to 8 years; limits the tenure of the chair of any single legislative committee to 8 consecutive years.

NY A11040

Creates the non-partisan legislative budget office; directs such office shall provide information to legislative committees of the senate and assembly with respect to the state budget, appropriation bills and other bills providing budget authority or tax expenditures; requires such office to report to the temporary president of the senate, the senate minority leader, the speaker of the assembly and the assembly minority leader.

NY S10119

Expands approval power for actions taken at meetings of the New York state energy research and development authority to include the temporary president of the senate, the speaker of the assembly, the minority leader of the senate, and the minority leader of the assembly.

NY S00480

Creates the non-partisan legislative budget office; directs such office shall provide information to legislative committees of the senate and assembly with respect to the state budget, appropriation bills and other bills providing budget authority or tax expenditures; requires such office to report to the temporary president of the senate, the senate minority leader, the speaker of the assembly and the assembly minority leader.

NY S05927

Creates the non-partisan legislative budget office; directs such office shall provide information to legislative committees of the senate and assembly with respect to the state budget, appropriation bills and other bills providing budget authority or tax expenditures; requires such office to report to the temporary president of the senate, the senate minority leader, the speaker of the assembly and the assembly minority leader.

NY A02487

Requires the department of transportation to submit annual reporting to the minority leader of the senate, the minority leader of the assembly, the ranking minority member of the senate transportation committee, the ranking minority member of the assembly transportation committee, the ranking minority member of the senate finance committee, and the ranking minority member of the assembly ways and means committee.

NY S08043

Directs the commissioner of mental health to conduct a study of child- and youth-targeted mobile crisis outreach teams in New York state, and deliver a report including the findings and recommendations of such study to the governor, the temporary president of the senate, and the speaker of the assembly.

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