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NY S05897
Bill
Status
6/15/2017
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Ritchie
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AI Summary
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Increases penalties for passing a stopped school bus while operating a commercial motor vehicle, with first offense fines of $300-$400 (compared to $250-$400 for non-commercial vehicles)
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Sets second offense fines at $650-$750 for commercial motor vehicle operators (compared to $600-$750 for non-commercial), with both requiring imprisonment up to 180 days
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Establishes third or subsequent offense fines at $800-$1,000 for commercial motor vehicle operators (compared to $750-$1,000 for non-commercial), with imprisonment up to 180 days
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Defines "commercial motor vehicle" using the same definition provided in section 501-a, subdivision four of the vehicle and traffic law
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Takes effect November 1 following enactment; authorizes immediate regulatory changes necessary for implementation
Legislative Description
Relates to increasing the fines associated with passing a stopped school bus by commercial motor vehicles.
Last Action
referred to codes
6/21/2018