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NY A00167
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Harvey Epstein
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AI Summary
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Authorizes New York City to establish speed limits as low as 5 miles per hour on designated "open streets," reducing the current minimum of 10 mph allowed for traffic calming measures
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Defines "open street" as a street or segment designated by NYC Department of Transportation where motor vehicle access is controlled by barriers and signage, with priority given to pedestrians, cyclists, and non-vehicular users
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Maintains the existing 10 mph minimum speed limit for general traffic calming measures that don't involve open streets
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Takes effect 90 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for agencies to develop necessary rules and regulations for implementation
Legislative Description
Relates to authorizing a five mile per hour speed limit for open streets in cities having a population in excess of one million.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/8/2025