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A 225

Relates to commuter passes on the New York state thruway in the Syracuse area

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pamela Hunter and 1 co-sponsor

Establishes a Syracuse-area NY Thruway commuter-pass program (via S4830A) with eligibility, pricing, and oversight to aid local commuters and employers.

SUBSTITUTED BY S4830A
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Bill Summary · A 225

Summary of Bill A 225 (Relates to commuter passes on the New York State Thruway in the Syracuse area)

Overview

Bill A 225, introduced January 8, 2025, is described as relating to commuter passes on the New York State Thruway in the Syracuse area. The bill has been substituted by S 4830A, meaning its provisions have been carried forward in a senate substitute bill. The current status is “SUBSTITUTED BY S4830A.” The sponsor information lists William Magnarelli (primary) and Pamela J. Hunter (cosponsor). Related companion bills include S 4830 and A 9456, A 146.

Legislative history and status

  • Introduced: January 8, 2025
  • Initial referrals: Transportation; then referred to Ways and Means
  • Print number: 225A (June 4, 2025)
  • Subsequent actions: Referred to Rules; amended and recommitted to Ways and Means; Rules Committee and Third Reading steps followed
  • Substitute: June 16, 2025, A225 was substituted by S4830A
  • Sponsors: William Magnarelli (primary), Pamela J. Hunter (cosponsor)
  • Related bills: A 9456, A 146 (prior-session); S 4830 (companion in the Senate; substituted by S4830A)

Purpose and intent

The bill’s title indicates its aim is to address commuter passes on the New York State Thruway within the Syracuse-area corridor. While the exact substantive language is not provided in the materials you shared, the substitute bill S4830A is the version currently carrying forward the measure’s provisions. Readers should consult the text of S4830A for precise objectives, eligibility criteria, and program design.

Key provisions (note on limitations)

  • Specific provisions are not legible in the provided A225A version excerpt. The substantive changes, program parameters (eligibility, pricing, participation, expiration, and administration), and funding implications would be contained in the substituted bill S4830A.
  • As typical for commuter-passes legislation, potential areas often include: creation or modification of a commuter-pass program, eligibility for workers in the Syracuse area, fee structures, eligibility verification mechanisms, and oversight/implementation responsibilities.

Affected parties

  • Commuters who travel on the New York State Thruway in the Syracuse area.
  • Employers and employees participating in or affected by commuter-pass programs.
  • New York State Thruway Authority or other state transportation agencies responsible for program administration.
  • State policymakers and budget/appropriations bodies assessing fiscal impact.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • After substitution by S4830A, the bill would need to pass both houses (if applicable) and obtain the governor’s signature to become law.
  • The legislative path for A225 included multiple committee referrals and amendments, culminating in the substitution event on June 16, 2025.

Next steps for readers

  • Review the full text of S4830A to understand the exact provisions, eligibility, funding, and implementation timeline.
  • Monitor committee reports and floor votes for the Syracuse-area Thruway commuter-pass program and any associated fiscal notes.
  • Consider how the measure may affect commuters, employers, and state transportation planning in Central New York.

If you’d like, I can compare A225 and the substituted S4830A text once the official language is available.

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

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