Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday signed legislation to increase road safety by extending existing red light camera programs across the state and includes the largest expansion of the red light camera program in New York City’s history.
Legislation S2812A/A5259A extends authorization for New York City’s existing red light camera program until 2027 and increases the maximum number of intersections with a red light camera from 150 to 600.
Legislation S.9504A/A.3120A increases penalties for overtaking and passing a school bus. The fine for a third or subsequent violation within three years will rise from $1,000 to $1,500. This targets repeat offenders specifically.
Legislation S9361/A8557 requires all passengers on charter buses over the age of 8 to use the seatbelts provided.
Lastly, Legislation S760B/A402B expands the reckless driving statute to include parking lots. Parking lots will be defined as private property with capacity for four or more cars, contiguous to premises and a roadway, parking lots adjacent to one- or two-family residences are exempt.
“The safety of all New Yorkers is my top priority and we know that red light camera programs are effective in protecting New Yorkers from dangerous drivers,” Governor Kathy Hochul said. “Today I am extending the authorization of programs across New York and establishing an additional program to maintain our progress on traffic safety, while creating new protections for school-aged children on the road.”
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