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NY A03492
Bill
Status
1/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Erik Dilan
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AI Summary
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Increases the minimum fine for a first conviction of passing a stopped school bus with red lights from $250 to $350, with a maximum fine increased from $400 to $500
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Raises the minimum fine for a second violation within three years from $600 to $500, while increasing the maximum fine from $750 to $800
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Increases fines for third or subsequent violations within three years, with the minimum rising from $750 to $800 (maximum remains $1,500)
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Maintains existing imprisonment penalties: up to 30 days for first offense, up to 180 days for second and subsequent offenses
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Takes effect 90 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Increases the penalties for overtaking and passing a school bus; provides that for the first conviction a person shall be punished by a fine of not less than $350 nor more than $500; provides that for a second conviction a person shall be punished by a fine of not less than $500 nor more than $800; also provides that for a third conviction a person shall be punished by a fine of not less than $800 nor more than $1000.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026