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NY A02466
Bill
Status
1/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Steve Stern
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AI Summary
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Requires the New York State Police Superintendent to develop and distribute "visor cards" that attach to vehicle sun visors to facilitate communication between police officers and individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing during traffic stops
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Cards must include boldface text identifying the person as deaf or hard of hearing, symbols and pictures for communication, and a list of preferred communication methods (ASL interpreter, text messaging, writing, lip reading, hand gestures, assistive listening devices)
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Cards must contain descriptions of common traffic offenses, checkboxes indicating whether the person is being warned, ticketed, or arrested, and symbols for requesting assistance (directions, medical emergency, tow truck, etc.)
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Visor cards must be created in both English and Spanish and distributed to all police departments, sheriff's offices, and DMV locations statewide
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Cards must be designed, developed, and ready for distribution within six months of the law taking effect
Legislative Description
Directs the superintendent of the New York State Police to prepare a visor card for the deaf or hard of hearing to enable police to respond to traffic stops involving the deaf or hard of hearing and avoid conflict and escalation because of difficulty communicating.
Last Action
referred to governmental operations
1/7/2026