Requires notices of liability issued for nonpayment of tolls to be uniform in form and content and contain specific information

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◆ The sponsor's argument

Why Jessica Scarcella-Spanton says this is needed

Toll enforcement in New York is conducted by multiple public authori- ties, each of which may issue notices of liability with differing formats, terminology, and levels of detail. As a result, motorists may receive notices that are confusing, inconsistent, or unclear as to the penalties being imposed, the authority imposing them, or the conse- quences of nonpayment. This lack of uniformity can lead to misunderstanding, delayed payment, and the accrual of significant penalties and fees, particularly where motorists are unaware that an electronic toll account or automatic payment method has been disconnected or terminated. In many cases, indi- viduals do not learn of such account issues until after receiving a notice of liability that includes substantial additional charges. This bill promotes transparency by requiring standardized notices that clearly and conspicuously disclose all applicable penalties, rates, and fees, and by ensuring that motorists are notified when their toll accounts or payment methods are no longer active. These reforms will help motorists better understand their obligations, reduce unnecessary disputes, and improve confidence in the toll enforcement system.

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.