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NY A08517
Bill
Status
5/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Steven Otis
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AI Summary
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Amusement device operators, including those for temporary devices, must be at least 16 years old and trained in all normal and emergency operating controls
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Trained operators must remain in the immediate vicinity of the main control panel during device operation, and no other person may handle controls during normal operation
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Operators are prohibited from being responsible for more than one amusement device at a time
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Exempts amusement devices designed to be safely operated or controlled by passengers themselves
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Supersedes any conflicting laws, rules, or regulations, specifically including 12 NY CRR § 45-2.8
Legislative Description
Requires amusement device operators to be at least 16 years old, trained in the use and function of all normal and emergency operating controls, and the proper use of the amusement device; requires the operator to be in the immediate vicinity of the main control panel during operation of the amusement device; prohibits operators from operating more than one device at a time.
Last Action
referred to labor
1/7/2026