New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A10178

Introduced
2/12/26  

Caption

Exempts vehicles owned and/or operated by a not-for-profit corporation, any private vehicle operated by a worker or volunteer, first responders, military personnel, veterans, healthcare workers, critical infrastructure workers acting on behalf of such organization or public employees traveling in an official capacity, wholesale food distributors or wholesale or retail delivery vehicles from the imposition of the metropolitan commuter transportation mobility tax.

Impact

The exemption outlined in A10178 is significant as it relieves various essential workers and organizations from additional financial burdens imposed by the MCTMT. By reducing the tax liability for these groups, the bill seeks to encourage service provision and facilitate operational capabilities for non-profit sectors and emergency services. Such measures could also enhance the response times and operational efficiency of first responders and healthcare workers, whose contributions are pivotal during times of crisis.

Summary

Bill A10178 proposes an amendment to the New York tax law, specifically exempting certain vehicles from the metropolitan commuter transportation mobility tax (MCTMT). The bill aims to provide financial relief to vehicles operated by non-profit corporations, first responders, military personnel, veterans, healthcare workers, and critical infrastructure employees when they travel on behalf of these organizations or in an official capacity. It also includes exemptions for wholesale food distributors and delivery vehicles, recognizing their essential role in maintaining supply chains and public health.

Contention

Discussions surrounding the bill may highlight potential contention points, including concerns over state revenue implications due to the tax exemptions. Critics could argue that while the bill helps specific groups, it may negatively affect funding derived from the MCTMT, which is typically allocated for public transportation improvements and infrastructure. Proponents, however, will likely emphasize the necessity of supporting critical services and the workforce essential to community health and safety initiatives.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY S01238

Exempts vehicles owned and/or operated by a not-for-profit corporation, any private vehicle operated by a worker or volunteer, first responders, military personnel, veterans, healthcare workers, critical infrastructure workers acting on behalf of such organization or public employees traveling in an official capacity, wholesale food distributors or wholesale or retail delivery vehicles from the imposition of the metropolitan commuter transportation mobility tax.

NY A05858

Requires third-party food delivery services to verify that limited-use motorcycles and motor vehicles operated by workers in the course of making deliveries for such third-party delivery service are legally registered; requires that a third-party food delivery service shall not sell, share, or allow access to such information.

NY S10146

Requires third-party food delivery services to factor compliance with certain vehicle and traffic laws when assigning workers to delivery routes when such delivery may involve the operation of a bicycle with or without electric assist.

NY S3604

Exempts certain workers and organizations from Domestic Workers' Bill of Rights.

NY S06845

Requires third-party food delivery services to verify that limited-use motorcycles operated by workers in the course of making deliveries for such third-party delivery service are legally registered; requires that a third-party food delivery service shall not sell, share, or allow access to such information.

NY S00385

Requires that alcoholic beverages imported into New York be first delivered to a licensed New York state wholesaler and maintained at a premises or warehouse operated by the wholesaler for a period of twenty-four hours.

NY A4873

Prohibits DEP from charging fee for resident mobile sportfishing vehicle permit to veterans, active military members, former or current members of the NJ National Guard or Reserve, or volunteer emergency workers.

NY HB489

Allowing volunteer emergency workers to use a rear facing blue light on their private vehicles when involved in emergency service.

NY A08292

Provides that it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction pursuant to a bus rapid transit program when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties on behalf of such authority and is operating an authorized employer motor vehicle in the bus lane at the time of the violation and conducting lawful business or providing service to an official metropolitan transportation authority vehicle or personnel while in a bus lane.

NY A08790

Prohibits off-track betting corporation vehicles from being used as take-home vehicles by board members, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, or agents of such corporation or by certain family members of such individuals; provides an exception therefor.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.