NY A09104

Establishes "first responder safety zones" as areas up to 660 feet on highways adjacent to facilities where fire vehicles, police vehicles, ambulances, or emergency ambulance service vehicles are stationed

Sets a maximum speed limit of 15 miles per hour in first responder safety zones, with fines ranging from $90-$300 for exceeding by up to 10 mph, $180-$600 for 10-30 mph over, and $360-$1,200 for more than 30 mph over

Requires drivers to yield the right of way to emergency vehicles displaying red, white, blue, or green lights within these zones during active emergencies, with fines of up to $500 for first violations and up to $1,000 for second violations

Mandates a one-year license suspension for third or subsequent violations of failing to yield to emergency vehicles in safety zones

Requires safety zones to be marked with signage at each end and white hash marks painted on the road surface, in accordance with department of transportation standards