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NY S09038

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Luis Sepulveda

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends New York Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 375 to prohibit motor vehicles operated for hire from using automated driving systems without a human driver physically present
  • Requires the human driver to be seated behind the steering wheel and actively engaged in the task of driving
  • Applies to all motor vehicles operated for hire on public highways in New York State
  • 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

PRINT NUMBER 9038A

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/27/2026

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