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NY S01178

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/10/2023

Primary Sponsor

Peter Harckham

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits passenger vehicle engines from idling more than three consecutive minutes when stationary, except for traffic conditions beyond operator control, federal/state/local temperature maintenance requirements, hybrid-electric battery charging, temperatures of 32°F or below, engine maintenance, loading/unloading persons with disabilities, or vehicles containing children or pets

  • Exempts authorized emergency vehicles and other emergency equipment performing official duties from the idling restrictions

  • Does not preempt local laws with equal or stricter idling provisions, including New York City Administrative Code section 24-163

  • First violation results in a warning; subsequent violations are subject to civil penalties not exceeding $150

  • Takes effect 180 days after becoming law

Legislative Description

Prohibits the idling of any passenger vehicle, with certain exceptions, for more than 3 consecutive minutes; establishes the first violation is a warning and subsequent violations of such section are traffic infractions punishable by a fine of $150.

Last Action

PRINT NUMBER 1178C

3/5/2024

Committee Referrals

Environmental Conservation1/10/2023

Full Bill Text

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