What's happening
This bill repeals the definition of "transportation purpose" in the public authorities law for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
Why it matters
Repealing the definition of "transportation purpose" could introduce ambiguity. into how the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) interprets and justifies its projects or funding, potentially impacting what kinds of activities or expenditures qualify under its mandate.
This change may affect oversight and accountability. , as the absence of a clear statutory definition could make it harder for lawmakers, watchdogs, or the public to challenge or scrutinize specific MTA initiatives.
The repeal could have downstream effects on legal disputes, funding eligibility, and project approvals. , since the definition of “transportation purpose” often determines what is allowable under various laws, grants, or bond issuances connected to the MTA.
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Who cares
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
The bill would repeal the statutory definition of “transportation purpose” that applies to the authority.
State transportation lawmakers and staff
The bill targets subdivision 18-a of section 1261 of the Public Authorities Law and would take effect immediately.
Transit advocates
The bill would remove the definition without supplying a replacement, but its text does not specify which MTA activities would be affected.
Headline styles
End MTA 'Transportation Purpose' Definition
Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.
Sponsors
Senator · Senate District 7
1 Co-sponsor
History
- Referred to transportation
- Referred to transportation
Full text
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STATE OF NEW YORK
3976
2017-2018 Regular Sessions
IN SENATE
January 31, 2017
Introduced by Sen. PHILLIPS -- read twice and ordered printed, and when printed to be committed to the Committee on Transportation
AN ACT to repeal subdivision 18-a of section 1261 of the public authorities law relating to the definition of "transportation purpose" for purposes of the metropolitan transportation authority
The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly, do enact as follows:
Section 1. Subdivision 18-a of section 1261 of the public authorities law is REPEALED.
§ 2. This act shall take effect immediately.
EXPLANATION--Matter in italics (underscored) is new; matter in brackets
[ ] is old law to be omitted.
LBD07559-01-7
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Sponsor's memo
Title of bill
An act to repeal subdivision 18-a of section 1261 of the public authorities law relating to the definition of "transportation purpose" for purposes of the metropolitan transportation authority
Purpose or general idea of bill
To repeal subdivision 18-a of section 1261 of the public authorities law which defines transportation purpose under title 11, metropolitan commuter transportation authority.
Summary of specific provisions
Section one repeals subdivision 18-a of section 1261 of the public authorities law
Section two provides the effective date.
Justification
This definition of transportation purpose is overly broad and may as a result lead to unintended consequences for local governments.
Prior legislative history
This legislation passed both houses unanimously in 2016.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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