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NY A01294
Bill
Status
1/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Linda Rosenthal
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AI Summary
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Establishes electronic toll records (E-Z Pass) and electronic fare records (MetroCard, transit passes) as confidential information exempt from public disclosure and FOIL requests
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Permits disclosure of records to account holders, and to law enforcement only through search warrants or subpoenas issued by judges for misdemeanor or felony investigations
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Allows records to be used in civil proceedings limited to disputes over unpaid tolls/fares or improperly charged accounts
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Authorizes public entities and contractors to use records for customer communications, account statements, and inter-agency administration of toll/fare systems
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Imposes civil penalty of up to $5,000 for knowingly releasing confidential toll or fare information to unauthorized persons
Legislative Description
Prohibits the disclosure of highway, bridge, tunnel and other thoroughfare toll and transit records, with exceptions.
Last Action
referred to governmental operations
1/7/2026