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NY S03145
Bill
Status
1/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeremy Cooney
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AI Summary
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Allows employers with three or more employees in New York to offer pre-tax qualified transportation fringe benefits starting January 1, 2026
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Expands the definition of qualified transportation fringe benefits beyond federal standards to include transportation network company (TNC) rides, bikesharing arrangements, and ridesharing for commuting purposes
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Defines bikesharing as rental operations for bicycles, electric-assist bicycles, and electric scooters available for point-to-point use within a defined geographic area
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Covers membership programs for transportation network companies, ridesharing, and bikesharing services as eligible benefits
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Applies to a broad range of employers including corporations, nonprofits, partnerships, local governments, and limited liability companies
Legislative Description
Authorizes the election of qualified transportation fringe benefits; authorizes any employer to offer employees the opportunity to use pre-tax earnings for the purchase of qualified transportation fringe benefits.
Last Action
REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
1/7/2026