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NY A10087

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/30/2026

Primary Sponsor

Karines Reyes

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Mandates that all motor vehicles operated for hire in New York State must have a human driver physically present in the vehicle
  • Requires the driver to be seated behind the steering wheel and actively engaged in the task of driving
  • Effectively prohibits fully autonomous vehicles (those operated by automated driving systems) from being used as for-hire vehicles
  • Amends Section 375 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law by adding this requirement alongside existing passenger door handle safety standards
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Requires a driver be present in all motor vehicles operated for hire, seated behind the steering wheel and engaged in the task of driving.

Last Action

referred to transportation

1/30/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/30/2026

Full Bill Text

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