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NY A04756
Bill
Status
2/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Eric Brown
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AI Summary
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Sets a flat $250 penalty for each violation of failing to stop for a school bus displaying a red visual signal and stop-arm, eliminating the previous tiered fine structure
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Removes the existing graduated penalty system that charged $250 for a first violation, $275 for a second violation within 18 months, and $300 for a third or subsequent violation within 18 months
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Maintains the provision allowing local laws or ordinances to impose an additional penalty of up to $25 for failure to respond to a notice of liability within the prescribed time period
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to the fine schedule for owner liability for failure of a vehicle operator to stop for a school bus displaying a red visual signal and stop-arm.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026