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NY A08557
Bill
Status
10/23/2024
Primary Sponsor
William Magnarelli
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AI Summary
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Requires passengers age 16 and older on charter buses to be restrained by an approved safety belt.
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Requires passengers ages 8-15 on charter buses to be restrained by an approved safety belt, with violations issued only to parents or guardians present at the time.
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Defines "charter bus" as a bus manufactured or assembled on or after November 28, 2016 transporting passengers for compensation under a charter party agreement.
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Establishes a civil fine of up to $50 for violations, with an affirmative defense if the charter bus lacked seat belts or they were not clearly visible, accessible, or maintained in working order.
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Takes effect 180 days after becoming law.
Legislative Description
Requires that seat belts be available and used on charter buses for persons age 8 through 16.
Last Action
signed chap.434
10/23/2024