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A 6980

Requires the metropolitan transportation authority to publish certain information pertaining to capital project data for projects that are committed for construction on the capital program dashboard

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Robert Carroll and 12 co-sponsors

Requires the MTA to publicly publish on its capital program dashboard data for projects that are committed for construction, boosting transparency and public oversight.

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Bill Summary · A 6980

Summary of Assembly Bill A 6980

What this bill would do

  • A 6980 would require the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to publish information pertaining to capital project data for projects that are “committed for construction” on the MTA’s capital program dashboard.
  • The publication would occur on the capital program dashboard, increasing public access to data about projects that have advanced into construction.

Purpose and intent

  • The bill aims to enhance transparency and public oversight of MTA capital projects by ensuring that information about projects in the construction phase is publicly available via the capital program dashboard.
  • By focusing on projects “committed for construction,” the bill seeks to provide timely, project-level data as these projects move from planning into active construction.

Key provisions (as introduced)

  • The Metropolitan Transportation Authority must publish certain information related to capital projects that are committed for construction on the capital program dashboard.
  • The specific data elements required are not detailed in the available summary, but the publication would apply only to projects that have moved into the construction phase and are listed as committed in the capital program dashboard.
  • The bill would establish a formal obligation on the MTA to disclose this information publicly, via the dashboard.

Affected parties and scope

  • Primary entity affected: Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
  • Scope limited to capital projects that are “committed for construction” as tracked on the MTA’s capital program dashboard.
  • The public, state and local policymakers, and project stakeholders would have access to the published data.

Procedural status and timeline

  • Introduced: March 18, 2025.
  • Current status: Referred to the Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions.
  • Legislative actions listed for the bill are reflected as of its introduction; no further actions or floor passage information is provided in the summary. If enacted, the bill would specify implementation timelines, potential regulations or guidelines, and any deadlines for publication.

Sponsorship

  • Primary sponsor: Robert C. Carroll.
  • Notable cosponsors include: Sarahana Shrestha, Marcela Mitaynes, Brian Cunningham, Amanda Septimo, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Rebecca Seawright, Zohran Mamdani, Emily Gallagher, Tony Simone, Phara Souffrant Forrest, Karines Reyes, Manny De Los Santos, among others.
  • Related bill: A 4043 (prior-session), indicating continued interest in capital project transparency.

Potential impact and considerations

  • Positive implications: Improved transparency and public accountability for large-scale capital projects; easier oversight for legislators and stakeholders; potential for better public understanding of project status, funding, and progress.
  • Potential considerations: The bill may require the MTA to modify data collection and dashboard publishing processes; potential costs or administrative adjustments to meet reporting requirements; the exact data elements and frequency of updates would be defined in the bill’s text.

Next steps for readers

  • Monitor Committee hearings and floor action on A 6980 for any amendments, refined data requirements, and a timeline for implementation.
  • Review the full bill language when available to understand precise data elements, update frequency, and any exemptions or special provisions.

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

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