NY
New York Assembly Bill A07973

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A07973

Introduced
4/16/25  

Caption

Enacts the towing protection enforcement act; updates laws that regulate the towing of vehicles, including adding provisions thereto to prevent predatory towing of vehicles within the City of New York.

Impact

If enacted, A07973 would introduce strict penalties for violations of the towing provisions, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The legislation also authorizes the establishment of an interagency advisory council tasked with addressing issues related to towing enforcement. This act represents a comprehensive overhaul of existing administrative codes governing towing practices, with a focus on fostering accountability and fairness in the towing industry. By enhancing the regulatory framework, the bill aims to provide greater protection for consumers who find themselves subject to towing practices that may be abusive or excessive.

Summary

Bill A07973, known as the Towing Protection Enforcement Act, aims to enhance the regulations surrounding towing services in New York City. The bill seeks to prevent predatory practices by towing companies, particularly targeting the use of tactics that exploit vehicle owners, such as the unregulated towing of vehicles from private and commercial properties. A significant provision within the bill prohibits tow truck operators from utilizing spotters or spotting techniques in order to target vehicles for towing without the explicit consent of property managers or owners, thus safeguarding vehicle owners from sudden and unjustified towing incidents.

Contention

Discussions surrounding A07973 reveal potential points of contention among stakeholders, particularly concerning the balance between regulation and the operational needs of towing companies. While proponents argue that stricter regulation is necessary to curb predatory behavior, opponents may express concerns about the operational constraints placed on towing companies and possible implications for service efficiency. The bill may also face scrutiny regarding its implementation and enforcement mechanisms, including how effectively it addresses existing grievances within the community related to towing practices.

Latest A07973 Activity

Companion Bills

NY S04793

Same As Enacts the towing protection enforcement act; updates laws that regulate the towing of vehicles, including adding provisions thereto to prevent predatory towing of vehicles within the City of New York.

Previously Filed As

NY S03559

Enacts the towing protection enforcement act; updates laws that regulate the towing of vehicles, including adding provisions thereto to prevent predatory towing of vehicles within the City of New York.

NY S02823

Increases, from 8,600 pounds to 10,000 pounds, the gross vehicle weight rating of vehicles engaged in commercial towing that must be registered as tow trucks.

NY A04322

Requires agricultural trailers being covered under the towing vehicles liability insurance.

NY A00832

Authorizes the impoundment of vehicles operated by intoxicated or impaired persons; authorizes the release of impounded vehicles to owners of such vehicles if certain criteria is met; authorizes a reasonable fee for towing and storage of such vehicles.

NY S04478

Authorizes the impoundment of vehicles operated by intoxicated or impaired persons; authorizes the release of impounded vehicles to owners of such vehicles if certain criteria is met; authorizes a reasonable fee for towing and storage of such vehicles.

NY A01444

Establishes the parking protection act; provides that parking facilities shall display a sign stating the current applicable price of parking at such facilities; includes provisions on when a motor vehicle may be towed or immobilized; provides a limit to the cost of towing and storage of a vehicle.

NY S03376

Establishes the parking protection act; provides that parking facilities shall display a sign stating the current applicable price of parking at such facilities; includes provisions on when a motor vehicle may be towed or immobilized; provides a limit to the cost of towing and storage of a vehicle.

NY S03531

Directs the state fire prevention and building code council to update the state fire prevention and building code and the state energy conservation construction code within 18 months of the publication of any updated or revised edition of the international and national codes relating thereto, so as to ensure that the state's codes reflect such revisions and updates.

NY A05249

Directs the state fire prevention and building code council to update the state fire prevention and building code and the state energy conservation construction code within 18 months of the publication of any updated or revised edition of the international and national codes relating thereto, so as to ensure that the state's codes reflect such revisions and updates.

NY A03578

Allows municipalities to regulate pesticides such that they do not conflict with any laws, rules or regulations related thereto.

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