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3 Co-sponsors
1 Multi-sponsor
History
- Referred to transportation
- Referred to transportation
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BILL NUMBER:A8608
Title of bill
An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to the regulation of idling by local authorities and school districts
Purpose or general idea of bill
This bill authorizes the regulation of vehicle idling by school districts and local authorities.
Summary of provisions
Bill §1 amends subdivision 1 of §1670 of the Vehicle & Traffic Law, which currently allows school districts and local authorities to regulate stopping standing and parking with respect to driveways and parking areas accessory to any school, playground, park, building or facility under their jurisdiction. The amendments would add "idling" of vehicles to the list of activities that can be so regulated.
Effects of present law which this bill would alter
There is currently no provision for regulation of idling by school districts or local authorities.
Justification
Emissions from school buses and other motor vehicles can exacerbate respiratory problems and contribute to asthma and other health problems for children. Children are particularly vulnerable to air pollution because, compared to adults, they breathe at a faster rate and inhale a greater volume of air per pound of body weight. Idling vehicles produce higher levels of air contaminants than emitted during driving.
In recognition of these facts, school districts in New York State have begun to adopt policies creating "no-idling" zones in areas where children congregate. This bill will provide the legal underpinning to allow school districts and other local operators of facilities like parks and playgrounds to establish effective idle-free areas.
Prior legislative history
A.7891 (2005-06) - referred to Assembly Transportation Committee. A.1931 (2007-08) - referred to Assembly Transportation Committee.
Fiscal implications for state and local governments
None.
Effective date
Thirtieth day after it shall have become a law.
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