Authorizes the town of Hempstead to set speed limits below 30 mph on specific highways in Lido Beach.

The bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow the town of Hempstead in Nassau County to establish speed limits of less than 30 miles per hour on certain highways in the Lido Beach community. This change requires a majority petition from residents of the affected community. The new speed limits must adhere to engineering considerations and factors for speed limits set forth in the manual and specifications for a uniform system of traffic control devices. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Authorizes the town of Hempstead to set speed limits below 30 mph on specific highways in Lido Beach.

The bill amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow the town of Hempstead in Nassau County to establish speed limits of less than 30 miles per hour on certain highways in the Lido Beach community. This change requires a majority petition from residents of the affected community. The new speed limits must adhere to engineering considerations and factors for speed limits set forth in the manual and specifications for a uniform system of traffic control devices. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.