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History
- Substituted by A10992
- Ordered to third reading cal.1366
- Referred to rules
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Extends certain provisions regarding the payment of fees and other charges by credit card
Signed by Governor · Sponsor David Gantt
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BILL NUMBER:S8370
Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 268 of the laws of 1989 amending the vehicle and traffic law relating to providing for payment of fees and other charges by credit card, in relation to the effectiveness of such provisions
Purpose or general idea of bill
To extend the provisions in the Vehicle and Traffic Law relating to payment of motor vehicle fees by credit card.
Summary of specific provisions
The bill amends Chapter 268 of the Laws of 1989 in order to extend until July 7, 2014 the statute authorizing the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to accept payment by credit Card.
Justification
Section 202-a of the Vehicle and Traffic Law authorizes the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles to establish a system by which motor vehicle-related fees, fines, etc. can be paid by credit card. This system has proven an important tool to enhance the department's effi- ciency, effectiveness, customer service and convenience.
Prior legislative history
2006: A.10139 (Gantt) - Passed both Houses; Signed Chapter 145 of the Laws of 2006. 2002: A.11373 (Gantt) - Passed both Houses; Signed Chapter 108 of the Laws of 2002. 1998: A.10423 (Tokasz) - Passed both Houses; Signed Chapter 129 of the Laws of 1998. 1996: A.10999 (Rules/Gantt) Passed both Houses; Signed Chapter 280 of the Laws of 1996. 1993 A.7174-B (Bragmann) - Passed both Houses; Signed Chapter 558 of the Laws of 1993. 1991: A.7458 (Bragmann) - Passed both Houses; Signed Chapter 134 of the Laws of 1991. 1989: A.7110-A (Tokasz) - Passed both Houses; Signed Chapter 268 of the Laws of 1989.
Fiscal implications for state and local governments
Unknown.
Effective
This act shall take effect immediately.
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