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A 10104

Requires notices of liability issued for nonpayment of tolls to be uniform in form and content and contain specific information

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Sam Berger and 2 co-sponsors

Requires uniform toll nonpayment notices across NY public authorities, clearly listing penalties, rates, and disconnection notices to improve transparency.

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Bill Summary · A 10104

Bill Summary: A 10104-A (2025-2026) – Uniform Notices of Liability for Toll Nonpayment (New York)

Purpose and Intent

  • Establish a uniform standard across all public authorities that issue notices of liability for toll nonpayment.
  • Ensure notices are consistent in form and content and clearly communicate monetary penalties, rates, fees, and charges related to toll nonpayment.
  • Improve transparency for account holders and reduce confusion around penalties and charges.

Key Provisions

  • Uniform Form and Content (New § 7 of Public Authorities Law § 2985):

    • Requires all notices of liability issued for toll nonpayment to be uniform in form and content across participating public authorities.
    • Notices must include a clear and conspicuous statement of monetary penalties for toll violations, including:
    • Penalty for a first violation.
    • Penalty for a second violation within 18 months.
    • Penalty for a third or subsequent violation within 18 months.
    • Must specify the rates, fees, or charges applicable to nonpayment, as prescribed by the issuing public authority.
    • Must clearly identify the public authority authorized to impose these penalties, rates, fees, or charges.

  • Disconnection/Termination Notification Requirement:

    • If an automatic payment method is disconnected or an electronic toll collection (ETC) account terminated, the issuing authority must provide written notice of the disconnection or termination to the account holder either prior to or at the same time as the issuance of any notice of liability.

  • Nullification of Penalties if Notice Not Provided:

    • Any surcharges, fees, or additional penalties that accrue after the date of disconnection/termination are void if the required notice of the disconnection/termination was not provided.

Who Is Affected

  • Public Authorities Authorized to Issue Toll Nonpayment Notices:
    • All public authorities within New York that issue notices of liability for toll nonpayment, as empowered under the Public Authorities Law.
  • Toll System Account Holders:
    • Individuals or entities with ETC or automatic payment accounts that are disconnected or terminated, who would receive notices and be subject to specified penalties and charges.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • Effective Date:
    • The act becomes effective 120 days after it becomes law.
  • Notice Timing:
    • Written notice of disconnection or termination must precede or accompany the notice of liability.
  • Enforcement and Penalties:
    • The bill references penalties tied to the sequence of violations within 18-month windows (first, second, third or more).

Practical Implications

  • Promotes consistency across agencies, reducing confusion from differing notice formats.
  • Helps account holders understand exact penalties and charges they may face.
  • Provides a remedy if there is failure to notify about disconnections/terminations (voids subsequent penalties post-notice gap).
  • Slight administrative burden on public authorities to standardize notices and maintain compliant communications.

Additional Notes

  • The bill was amended and reprinted as 10104A and recommitted to the Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions as of April 24, 2026.
  • Sponsored by Assemblymember Berger (co-sponsored by Sam Berger).

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

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