New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S08027

Introduced
5/15/25  

Caption

Authorizes the town of Hempstead, in the county of Nassau, to establish a speed limit of less than 30 miles per hour on certain highways in the community of Lido Beach.

Impact

If enacted, S08027 would significantly impact state regulations by granting Hempstead the authority to set speed limits as low as fifteen miles per hour on certain roads. This provision aims to address safety concerns specific to Lido Beach and Point Lookout by responding to local traffic conditions and community input. The bill mandates that any proposed speed limit changes would have to be supported by a petition from a majority of residents, ensuring that alterations reflect the community's desires, aligning legislation with local needs and safety outcomes.

Summary

Bill S08027 seeks to amend the vehicle and traffic law, specifically to allow the town of Hempstead in Nassau County to establish speed limits lower than thirty miles per hour on certain highways within the community of Lido Beach. The bill outlines that the town board of Hempstead may set these speed limits to enhance safety on roads predominantly used by pedestrians and cyclists, particularly in residential areas and near schools. It emphasizes the community's needs and local governance by allowing for tailored speed regulations within the town's jurisdiction.

Contention

While the bill may be seen as a necessary adjustment to enhance public safety in local areas, it could also provoke discussions about the extent of local versus state control over traffic regulations. Supporters of the bill argue that localized control allows communities to address their unique safety concerns effectively. However, critics might raise points about potential inconsistencies in speed regulations across different municipalities and the administrative burden on local governments to regularly assess and petition for such changes.

Companion Bills

NY A04791

Same As Authorizes the town of Hempstead, in the county of Nassau, to establish a speed limit of less than 30 miles per hour on certain highways in the community of Lido Beach.

Previously Filed As

NY A07900

Authorizes the town of Hempstead, in the county of Nassau, to establish a speed limit of less than 30 miles per hour on certain highways in the community of Lido Beach.

NY S09607

Authorizes the town of Hempstead, in the county of Nassau, to establish a speed limit of less than 30 miles per hour on certain highways in the community of Lido Beach.

NY A01159

Authorizes the town of Hempstead, in the county of Nassau, to establish a speed limit of less than 30 miles per hour on certain highways in the community of East Atlantic Beach.

NY S07254

Authorizes the town of Hempstead, in the county of Nassau, to establish a speed limit of less than 30 miles per hour on certain highways in the community of East Atlantic Beach.

NY A09495

Enacts "local control for speed limits"; authorizes cities, villages, and towns to adjust the speed limit to lower than fifty-five miles per hour, but not less than twenty-five miles per hour, for portions of state highways that are particularly dangerous.

NY S08943

Enacts "local control for speed limits"; authorizes cities, villages, and towns to adjust the speed limit to lower than fifty-five miles per hour, but not less than twenty-five miles per hour, for portions of state highways that are particularly dangerous.

NY A01272

Authorizes legislative bodies to establish speed limits not less than fifteen miles per hour for any portion of a highway within a city, village or town park.

NY S01174

Authorizes the town board of the town of Lewisboro, county of Westchester to establish certain speed limits on rural major and minor collector roads at twenty-five miles per hour.

NY A02383

Authorizes the town of New Berlin, county of Chenango, to reduce the maximum speed limit along West Shore Road in such town to 15 miles per hour.

NY A00392

Authorizes cities, villages and towns to reduce the speed limit to less than twenty-five miles per hour but not lower than fifteen miles per hour in designated areas where there are senior citizen centers and senior citizen housing complexes.

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