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NY A05268
Bill
Status
2/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joseph DeStefano
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AI Summary
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Requires Class M (motorcycle) license applicants to complete at least 10 hours of supervised motorcycle operation with an approved instructor and finish a defensive driving or motorcycle safety course before licensure
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Requires Class MJ (junior motorcycle) license applicants to complete at least 15 hours of supervised motorcycle operation with an approved instructor and finish a defensive driving or motorcycle safety course
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Eliminates the exception allowing 17-year-olds to obtain a Class D license with a driver education course, raising the minimum age to 18 for standard licenses
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Directs the DMV Commissioner to conduct a study on the ownership, use, traffic violations, and crash trends involving motorcycles, mopeds, e-bikes (classes 1-4), and scooters
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Requires the Commissioner to report findings and recommendations on safety education, age restrictions, and safety gear requirements to the Governor and Legislature within six months of the act's effective date
Legislative Description
Increases driver safety training course requirements for D, M, and MJ license applicants; directs the commissioner of the department of motor vehicles to study the operation and safety of motorcycles, e-bikes, and scooters.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026