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NY A04756

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Eric Brown

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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