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Relates to reporting of illegal behavior by certain railroad companies by the MTA to the governor and legislature
In Senate Committee · Rules · Sponsor Michael G. Miller
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S8243
Title of bill
An act to amend the public authorities law, in relation to reporting of illegal behavior by certain railroad companies
Purpose or general idea of bill
To require that the Metropolitan Transit Authority report any violations of state law perpetrated by New York and Atlantic Railway and CSX Railroad corporation.
Summary of specific provisions
Adds section 1269-h to the public authorities law, which requires that the Metropolitan Transit Authority to send a bi-annual report to the legislature and the governor detailing any violations of State law on the part of New York and Atlantic Railways and CSX Railroad Corporation, Inc.
Justification
In Queens County, many citizens have raised concerns with how New York and Atlantic Railways and CSX Railroad corporation conduct business. These complaints frequently allege that the freight carriers are violating state law. Their concerns include potential violations of environmental laws, safety and security laws, labor laws and public health laws.
In order to form a clear picture of what is happening in our community, we need more information. A bi-annual report would not put an undue burden on the MTA, and would provide lawmakers with the information needed to move towards a fair resolution on these persistent problems.
Prior legislative history
This is a new bill.
Fiscal implications
None to the state.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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