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NY A08056
Bill
Status
9/27/2023
Primary Sponsor
Aileen Gunther
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AI Summary
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Prohibits the manufacture, sale, possession, and operation of traffic-control signal preemption devices (including mobile infrared transmitters) except for authorized emergency vehicles and public transportation vehicles.
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Establishes that unauthorized purchase or possession of a preemption device constitutes a traffic infraction with fines of $100-$300.
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Makes unauthorized manufacturing, installation, sale, or distribution of such devices a class A misdemeanor with $5,000 fine per device.
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Classifies operating such a device to change traffic signals as a class A misdemeanor, or a class E felony if serious physical injury or death results.
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Takes effect 180 days after the law is enacted, with immediate authority for regulatory implementation.
Legislative Description
Prohibits the operation of any motor vehicle equipped with a device which affects the operation of traffic-control signals; provides that the possession of such a device shall constitute a traffic infraction, use thereof is a class A misdemeanor, and use which results in personal injury or death shall constitute a class E felony.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/3/2024