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NY A05854
Bill
Status
2/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Tague
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AI Summary
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Establishes a pilot program requiring the use of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) in state and municipal highway and bridge construction projects beginning April 1, 2026
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Mandates asphalt mixes contain between 20% and 100% reclaimed asphalt content for capital construction or improvement projects
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Requires the Commissioner of Transportation to submit annual reports starting April 1, 2027, comparing costs, performance, longevity, safety characteristics, and application methods of reclaimed asphalt versus conventional materials
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Reports must analyze potential impediments to RAP utilization and assess projected demand by local governments and authorities including the NYS Thruway Authority and Port Authority of NY/NJ
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Program expires and is repealed on April 1, 2031, creating a five-year pilot period
Legislative Description
Establishes the reclaimed asphalt pavement pilot program for the purpose of utilization of reclaimed asphalt pavement in the construction or improvement of state and municipal highways or bridges.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026