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NY S08480
Bill
Status
Introduced
8/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Peter Harckham
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AI Summary
- Requires amusement device operators, including those operating temporary devices, to be at least 16 years old
- Mandates operators receive training on all normal and emergency operating controls and proper use of the amusement device
- Requires trained operators to remain in the immediate vicinity of the main control panel during device operation, with no other person permitted to handle controls during normal operation
- Prohibits operators from being responsible for more than one amusement device at a time
- Exempts amusement devices designed to be safely operated or controlled by passengers, and supersedes conflicting laws 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
Committee Referrals
Labor1/7/2026
Rules8/15/2025
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