New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A09145

Introduced
10/17/25  
Refer
10/17/25  

Caption

Requires venues of public accommodation to maintain accessible parking in accordance with federal law; establishes penalties and enforcement mechanisms for the division of human rights and local governments.

Impact

The implementation of A09145 will have significant implications for state legislation concerning accessibility. It establishes enforceable penalties for non-compliant venues, thereby reinforcing existing federal laws at a state level. The bill requires each venue to submit annual certification documents to the Division of Human Rights, which will include detailed diagrams and attestations from professionals to ensure adherence with national standards. This new oversight intends to improve the accessibility landscape significantly, especially at large public events.

Summary

A09145 is a New York assembly bill aimed at ensuring accessible parking at public venues in accordance with federal requirements. The bill mandates that venues, including arenas and convention centers with a capacity of 500 or more, maintain accessible parking spaces that meet the standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). By emphasizing annual compliance certification and state oversight, the bill seeks to create a more equitable environment for individuals with disabilities who rely on accessible parking.

Contention

While the bill aims to address accessibility challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, it has sparked discussion regarding the enforcement mechanisms and potential impacts on venue operations. Some stakeholders express concerns regarding the administrative burden this legislation may place on venue operators, as they must ensure consistent compliance and may face fines for infractions. The division's power to investigate and penalize venues could lead to increased scrutiny, and some worry this could create an adversarial relationship between the state and venue owners, potentially complicating their operations.

Companion Bills

NY S08898

Same As Requires venues of public accommodation to maintain accessible parking in accordance with federal law; establishes penalties and enforcement mechanisms for the division of human rights and local governments.

Previously Filed As

NY S08898

Requires venues of public accommodation to maintain accessible parking in accordance with federal law; establishes penalties and enforcement mechanisms for the division of human rights and local governments.

NY S08542

Directs the department of health, in conjunction with other state agencies, to establish and maintain a directory webpage locating publicly accessible lactation accommodations in state-owned and state-leased buildings.

NY S10205

Directs the division of housing and community renewal, in consultation with the office for the aging and the division of human rights to develop educational materials regarding property owner's legal responsibilities to provide accessible housing accommodations.

NY A07967

Protects the rights of persons with disabilities to be accompanied by a guide dog or service dog in a place of public accommodation or housing accommodation; imposes a misdemeanor penalty for violations; requires the division of human rights to conduct a public awareness and education campaign.

NY S09104

Relates to state and local law enforcement agency coordination with the federal government for purposes of immigration enforcement, to the release of noncitizen incarcerated individuals for federal immigration purposes, and to immigration enforcement in sensitive locations.

NY A08994

Requires police and peace officers receive a lawful order before assisting with immigration enforcement; requires federal agents identify themselves at the request of public officers, police officers or peace officers; establishes penalties for federal agents who fail to identify themselves.

NY S08724

Requires security at all publicly accessible entrances of general hospitals; requires every general hospital to have either one off-duty law enforcement officer or trained security personnel be present at all times at each publicly accessible entrance or have installed locking doors at each publicly accessible entrance; requires every general hospital to provide wearable employee panic buttons or alert devices capable of immediately notifying on-site security personnel or law enforcement in the event of a dangerous situation or emergency.

NY A10708

Prohibits the sale of ATVs and off-highway motorcycles in the city of New York; provides enforcement mechanisms and penalties.

NY S09279

Requires gene synthesis providers and manufacturers of gene synthesis equipment to operate in accordance with rules and regulations issued by the department of health, including identifying potentially dangerous sequences and maintaining certain records.

NY A04642

Requires certain state owned and operated parking facilities to install and maintain charging stations for plug-in electric vehicles.

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