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NY A07028
Bill
Status
3/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Scott Gray
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AI Summary
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Establishes mandatory in-route safety inspections for motor coach vehicles designed to carry 16 or more passengers at designated rest areas along state highways at least once every 30 days
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Inspections must cover seat belts and safety restraints, lights, brakes, steering mechanisms, tire condition and inflation, emergency exits and equipment, and driver qualifications including rest compliance
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Requires the Department of Transportation to designate specific rest areas for inspections and install adequate signage to inform motor coach operators of requirements and locations
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Mandates that all inspection results be recorded and submitted to the department, with an annual public report detailing findings, safety violations, and corrective actions taken
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Non-compliance penalties include fines, suspension of operating authority, or mandated corrective action plans, as determined by the commissioner
Legislative Description
Enacts the "in-route safety inspection for motor coach vehicles act"; establishes a framework for mandatory in-route inspections for motor coach vehicles carrying 16 or more passengers to reduce the risk of accidents and enhance operational oversight.
Last Action
referred to transportation
1/7/2026