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Authorizes certain businesses to issue registration certificates and to assign registration numbers to snowmobiles
In Assembly Committee · Transportation · Sponsor William A. Barclay
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Title of bill
An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to authorizing certain businesses to issue registration certificates and to assign registration numbers to snowmobiles
Purpose or general idea of bill
To allow certain businesses the ability to act as a agent of the Department of Motor Vehicles by registering out-of-state snowmobiles.
Summary of specific provisions
The bill will amend Section 2222 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law by adding a new subdivision 2-a to:
1. Authorize the Commissioner to direct and promulgate rules and regulations permitting certain businesses the ability to issue registration certificates and assign registration numbers;
2. Require the Commissioner to create and application process where such businesses may apply;
3. provides that the County Clerk of where such business is located shall have the power to directly approve or deny an application.
Justification
Out-of-state snowmobilers generate a significant amount of revenue for localities. In Oswego County alone, it is estimated that snowmobiling generates $27 million in revenue for the local economy. Much of this revenue comes from out-of-state snowmobile enthusiasts. In order to drive a snowmobile in New York State, it must be registered with the DMV. Unfortunately, however, most DMV offices are closed on the weekend when most snowmobilers travel to the area.
Last year, the DMV instituted a new directive that authorizes County Clerks the option to operate extended hours on the weekend or to deploy mobile offices to site locations. While these options are reasonable, they come at a cost to the locality, As a result of the economic downturn, many counties simply do not have the extra revenue to provide these services.
As with fishing and bunting licenses, permitting certain businesses the ability to issue registration will provide a less costly and more convenient solution to this problem. It would not create ongoing operating expenses for the local county and will make New York state more hospitable to out-of-state travelers.
Prior legislative history
None.
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the thirtieth day after it shall have become law.
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