Increases the maximum speed limit to 70 mph on certain roadways in New York.
The bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to increase the maximum speed limit to 70 mph for certain roadways that currently have a maximum speed limit of 65 mph. The commissioner of the department of transportation and the New York state thruway authority may establish this higher speed limit on specific roadways, provided it meets department criteria and applicable rules and regulations. The changes take effect immediately upon enactment.
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