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A 1174

Establishes a central business district toll exemption for officers and employees of the city of New York, first responders, physicians, nurses, and people entering the city for medical treatment

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Anil Beephan

Establishes a CBD toll exemption for NYC officers, first responders, physicians/nurses, and those entering NYC for medical treatment.

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Bill Summary · A 1174

Summary of Assembly Bill A 1174

Overview

  • Bill Number: A 1174
  • Title: Establishes a central business district toll exemption for officers and employees of the city of New York, first responders, physicians, nurses, and people entering the city for medical treatment
  • Sponsor: Anil Beephan Jr. (primary)
  • Status: Referred to the Assembly Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions
  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Related Bill: A 8414 (prior-session)

Purpose and Intent

A 1174 proposes to create a toll exemption program for a central business district (CBD) entry, aimed at reducing transportation costs and facilitating access for:
- Officers and employees of the City of New York
- First responders
- Physicians and nurses
- People entering New York City for medical treatment

The bill’s intent is to remove or reduce toll barriers for these groups when entering the CBD, presumably to support essential city functions, emergency services, and access to medical care.

Key Provisions (as stated in the bill’s summary)

  • Establishment of a CBD toll exemption program.
  • Eligibility categories for toll exemption:
    • City of New York officers and employees
    • First responders
    • Physicians and nurses
    • Individuals entering the city for medical treatment
  • The bill excerpt provided does not include specific operational details (e.g., eligibility verification, which toll facilities are covered, duration, caps, or funding). Implementing rules would likely be developed if the bill advances.

Affected Parties

  • Direct beneficiaries: the four listed groups (city employees, first responders, medical professionals, and patients/visitors entering NYC for care).
  • Toll facilities and operators: potential adjustment to toll collection or reimbursement mechanisms.
  • City agencies and state transportation authorities: possible administration and enforcement responsibilities if the exemption is implemented.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill was introduced on January 9, 2025 and assigned to the Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions.
  • The status indicates a referral to the committee; no further action details are provided in the information available.
  • The bill has a related measure from a prior session (A 8414), which may indicate ongoing interest or related policy considerations.

Potential Impacts and Considerations

  • Fiscal: Possible loss of toll revenue to tolling facilities or required state/local funding to offset exemptions.
  • Access and Equity: May improve access for essential workers and patients; effects on traffic patterns and CBD access could be examined.
  • Administration: Would require an eligibility verification system, enrollment process, and enforcement rules in implementing regulations.
  • Coordination: Likely involves coordination among city agencies, tolling authorities, and transportation departments.

Notes

  • Details on eligibility verification, duration, limits, and the precise scope (which tolling facilities or bridges are affected) are not provided in the summary. Further text from committee materials or the bill’s full language would clarify implementation mechanics.

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

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