Requires third-party food delivery services to verify limited-use motorcycles and motor vehicles operated by workers in the course of making deliveries for…

◆ The sponsor's argument

Why Liz Krueger says this is needed

This bill addresses the growing use of limited-use motorcycles by employees or contractors working for third-party food delivery services. As more delivery workers rely on mopeds to perform their duties, ensur- ing that these vehicles are properly registered is essential for public safety and legal compliance. By mandating that delivery services verify the registration of these motorcycles, this bill aims to ensure that only legally operated vehicles are used for deliveries. This reduces the risk of unregistered or improperly maintained motorcycles being on the road. As well, it ensures that third-party services are adhering to vehicle and traffic regulations, promoting a safer environment for both delivery workers and the general public. Additionally, the bill requires that food delivery services retain records of verification for a minimum of one year after the termination of an employee or contractor's engagement. This provision helps maintain transparency and accountability, making it easier to ensure compliance with registration laws. In the event of an incident involving a limit- ed-use motorcycle, having verifiable records will assist authorities in determining whether the vehicle was properly registered at the time of the delivery. This requirement not only enhances regulatory oversight but also-supports the safety of both the delivery workforce and the communities they serve. The legislature has already acknowledged the need to address the alarm- ing number of unregistered mopeds on New York City streets. In 2024, we unanimously passed a measure ensuring that new mopeds sold in our state were registered at the point of sale. While the bill substantially addressed any new moped sold, it did not retroactively apply to sales that had been completed in the last few years. This new bill follows up on that unanimously approved measure, ensuring that existing mopeds, not just new ones, are registered with the state like any other vehicle.

This is the sponsor's own case for the bill, quoted from their memorandum. It is not Agora's description of what the bill does.