NY S06808

Establishes first responder safety zones on highways within 660 feet of fire stations, police stations, ambulance facilities, or emergency vehicle parking areas, marked with signs and white hash marks on road surfaces.

Requires motor vehicle operators to yield the right of way to pedestrians and emergency vehicles within first responder safety zones, with violations punishable by fines of up to $500 for first offense and $1,000 for second offense.

Sets maximum speed limit of 15 miles per hour in first responder safety zones on state highways, city/village roads, and town roads, with graduated penalty fines based on speed excess ($90-$300 for up to 10 mph over limit, $180-$600 for 10-30 mph over, $360-$1,200 for over 30 mph).

Authorizes the Department of Transportation and local jurisdictions to establish 15 mph speed limits in first responder safety zones through amendments to existing speed limit authority sections.

Implements an effective date 180 days after enactment and applies only to violations committed on or after that date.