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A 5226

Designates certain streets in the city of Newburgh as state highways

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jonathan Jacobson

A 5226 - Designating Certain Newburgh Streets as State Highways OverviewBill Number: A 5226 Title: Designates certain streets in the city of Newburgh as state highwaysStatus: REFE

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A 5226 - Designating Certain Newburgh Streets as State Highways

Overview

Bill Number: A 5226
Title: Designates certain streets in the city of Newburgh as state highways
Status: REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
Introduced: January 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this bill is to transfer jurisdiction and maintenance responsibility for several key streets in the city of Newburgh from the local government to the state. The intent is to improve the overall condition and safety of these roadways, which serve as important transportation corridors for the region.

Key Provisions

  • Designates the following streets in Newburgh as state highways:
    • Broadway (NY Route 9W)
    • Quassaick Avenue (NY Route 32)
    • Colden Street
    • Liberty Street
  • Transfers ownership, control, and maintenance obligations for these streets from the city of Newburgh to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT).
  • Requires NYSDOT to assume all costs associated with the upkeep, repair, and improvement of the designated state highways.
  • Authorizes NYSDOT to make any necessary modifications, expansions, or enhancements to the roadways to improve safety and traffic flow.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • The city of Newburgh will no longer be responsible for the maintenance and repair of the designated state highways, relieving a significant financial burden.
  • Residents and businesses along the affected streets may experience temporary disruptions during any state-led improvement projects, but are expected to benefit from better road conditions in the long term.
  • Regional commuters and travelers will likely see improved traffic flow and safety on these key transportation corridors under state management.
  • NYSDOT will take on the responsibility and costs of maintaining and upgrading the designated state highways in Newburgh.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been referred to the New York State Assembly's Transportation Committee for initial review and consideration. If approved by the committee, it will then proceed to a full floor vote in the Assembly. If passed by the Assembly, the bill would then move to the State Senate for further deliberation and voting. Pending legislative approval, the street designations and transfer of responsibilities to NYSDOT would likely take effect within 6-12 months of the bill becoming law.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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