Authorizes the town of Hempstead to set speed limits below 30 mph in East Atlantic Beach.

The bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow the town of Hempstead in Nassau County to establish speed limits below 30 miles per hour on certain highways in East Atlantic Beach. This can only occur if a majority of residents in the community petition the town board for such a speed limit. The new speed limits must comply with engineering considerations and be certified by a licensed professional engineer specializing in traffic operations. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Authorizes the town of Hempstead to set speed limits below 30 mph in East Atlantic Beach.

The bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow the town of Hempstead in Nassau County to establish speed limits below 30 miles per hour on certain highways in East Atlantic Beach. This can only occur if a majority of residents in the community petition the town board for such a speed limit. The new speed limits must comply with engineering considerations and be certified by a licensed professional engineer specializing in traffic operations. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.