New York S08691 mandates pre-trip safety briefings for charter bus operators on the mandatory use of safety belts by passengers.

New York S08691 amends the vehicle and traffic law to require motor carriers operating charter buses to conduct pre-trip safety briefings. These briefings must cover the mandatory use of safety belts by passengers when the seats are equipped with such belts, which must meet standards set by the commissioner. The bill also establishes civil fines for violations of these safety belt requirements. This law aims to enhance passenger safety on charter buses in New York.

New York S08691 mandates pre-trip safety briefings for charter bus operators on the mandatory use of safety belts by passengers.

New York S08691 amends the vehicle and traffic law to require motor carriers operating charter buses to conduct pre-trip safety briefings. These briefings must cover the mandatory use of safety belts by passengers when the seats are equipped with such belts, which must meet standards set by the commissioner. The bill also establishes civil fines for violations of these safety belt requirements. This law aims to enhance passenger safety on charter buses in New York.