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NY legislation 6-05-09

** A State Police motorcycle only checkpoint will be in effect southbound I-87 south of exit 18 for everyone leaving Americade**

Helmet related: no updates
Gang related: no updates
Federal related: no updates

MOTORCYCE RELATED

Bill number: A01933/S 1298 UPDATE
Assembly Sponsor: Lupardo
COSPNSR Canestrari, DelMonte, Schroeder, Espaillat, Magee, Carrozza, Hawley
MLTSPNSR Boyland, Brennan, Cook, Crouch, Destito, John, Latimer, Lopez V, Markey, McEneny, Miller, Pheffer, Pretlow, Sweeney, Titus, Weisenberg
Senate Sponsor: Dilan
Amd S423-a, V & T L

Provides that ownership of unidentifiable part in identifiable motorcycle, other than a stolen motorcycle shall be returned to such owner, provided that department has made findings such owner had no knowledge part was unidentifiable and that owner wasn’t responsible nor acted in concert to render such part unidentifiable; provides that a department investigation shall take place within thirty days after seizure of motorcycle; and requires commissioner to establish criteria to determine whether motorcycle shall be confiscated, seized or impounded and also to establish a system to ensure return of motorcycles to owners in undamaged condition.
Assembly status: 01/14/2009 referred to transportation
02/24/2009 reported referred to codes
02/25/2009 reported referred to ways and means
05/05/2009 reported
05/07/2009 advanced to third reading cal.511
Senate status: 01/28/2009 REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
06/02/2009 1ST REPORT CAL.614
06/03/2009 2ND REPORT CAL.
06/04/2009 ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
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RIGHTS RELATED

Bill Number: A06468A/ S4397A UPDATE
Assembly Sponsor: Schimel (MS)
COSPNSR Englebright, Eddington, Paulin, Benedetto, Dinowitz, Lancman, Hoyt,Clark, Boyland, Jaffee, Kellner, Carrozza, Brook-Krasny, Rosenthal, O'Donnell, Alessi, Espaillat, Lavine, Kavanagh, Lifton, Aubry, Alfano
MLTSPNSR Bing, Colton, Cook, Glick, Gottfried, Heastie, Hooper, Jacobs, Jeffries, Maisel, McEneny, McKevitt, Nolan, Peoples, Pheffer, Robinson, Saladino, Scarborough, Towns, Weisenberg
Senate Sponsor: SCHNEIDERMAN
COSPNSR BRESLIN, ADAMS, ADDABBO, DIAZ, DILAN, DUANE, ESPADA, HASSELL-THOMPSON, HUNTLEY, JOHNSON C, KLEIN, KRUEGER, KRUGER, MONSERRATE, MONTGOMERY, ONORATO, OPPENHEIMER, PARKER, PERKINS, SAMPSON, SAVINO, SERRANO, SQUADRON, STAVISKY, STEWART-COUSINS, THOMPSON, ADAMS
Amd SS265.00, 265.10 & 265.15, add SS265.38 & 265.39, Pen L

Requires semiautomatic pistols manufactured or delivered to any licensed dealer in this state to be capable of microstamping ammunition; establishes fines for violations of this requirement.
Assembly status: 03/04/2009 referred to codes
04/21/2009 reported
04/23/2009 advanced to third reading cal.402
04/28/2009 passed assembly
04/28/2009 delivered to senate
04/28/2009 REFERRED TO CODES
06/03/2009 recalled from senate
06/04/2009 vote reconsidered - restored to third reading
06/04/2009 amended on third reading 6468a
Senate status: 04/22/2009 REFERRED TO CODES
06/02/2009 1ST REPORT CAL.572
06/03/2009 AMENDED 4397A
06/03/2009 2ND REPORT CAL.
06/04/2009 ADVANCED TO THIRD READING

Bill Number: A07183A /S04753A UPDATE
Assembly Sponsor: Englebright (MS)
COSPNSR Schimel, Paulin, Jaffee, Eddington, Espaillat, O'Donnell, Hooper
MLTSPNSR Glick, Greene, McEneny
Senate Sponsor: SERRANO
Add S13.31, Pks & Rec L

Prohibits the possession of concealed firearms in any park, campground or other recreation area; imposes a civil penalty of not more than $1,000 for a violation thereof.
Assembly status: 03/25/2009 referred to tourism, arts and sports development
04/22/2009 amend and recommit to tourism, arts and sports development
04/22/2009 print number 7183a
05/20/2009 amend and recommit to tourism, arts and sports development
05/20/2009 print number 7183b
05/27/2009 reported referred to codes
Senate status: 04/27/2009 REFERRED TO CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION
05/20/2009 AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION
05/20/2009 PRINT NUMBER 4753A
06/04/2009 REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO CODES
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NEWS

Motorcyclists have the right to travel in this state without harassment and discrimination!

New York State has declared June as “Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month” this year and the New York State Police are doing their motorcycle only checkpoints. State law enforcement is claiming that with the rise in motorcycle fatalities, these checkpoints are to increase motorcycle safety by insuring compliance with applicable Vehicle and Traffic Laws.

New York Freedom Riders has put out a press release concerning this issue and it can be viewed here:
http://www.newyorkfreedomriders.com/2009%20NYFR%20MC%20Checkpoints%20Press%20Release.htm

You can do something! Write to your legislators – Contact the Governor.

Here is a sample letter you can use:
Dear

The New York State Police, local and county police will be conducting motorcycle only safety enforcement checkpoints across the state and they will be conducting them during major motorcycle events including Americade in Lake George and the Harley Rendezvous in Duanesburg. Law enforcement are claiming that with the rise in motorcycle fatalities, these motorcycle only checkpoints are to increase motorcycle safety by insuring compliance with applicable Vehicle and Traffic Laws. The New York State 2009 Highway Safety Plan has determined that the most common contributing factor in police reported motorcycle crashes were “unsafe speed” followed by “failure to yield the right of way” so this type of motorcycle safety program will not reduce fatalities or injuries in New York.

These checkpoints give the police an opportunity to target a specific mode of transportation which is discrimination and is not about motorcycle safety. The majority of motorcyclists are legal and they have the right to travel freely without harassment.

I urge you to stop this motorcycle safety initiative immediately and the grant money law enforcement receives should be used to address the major causes of motorcycle fatalities. Motorcyclists have the right to travel in this state without harassment and discrimination.

Thank you,
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Contact the New York Freedom Riders if you have any questions or need assistance.
nyfreedomriders@localnet.com
Click here to email the Governor:
http://www.ny.gov/governor/contact/index.html
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Micro-Stamping Bill Heads to Senate Floor in Albany!
Please Contact Your State Senator Today!

Senate Bill 4397 passed the Senate Codes Committee and is headed to the Senate floor where it could be considered any time.

Sponsored by State Senator Eric Schneiderman (D-31), S4397 would ban the sale of all semi-automatic handguns not equipped with micro-stamping technology. Micro-stamping is an unproven technology that would require unique identifying information from the firearm, including the make, model, and serial number to be etched into the firing pin and breech face in such a manner that those identifiers are imprinted on the cartridge case upon firing. The technology can easily be defeated with common household tools, has no public safety value, and adds substantially to the cost of the firearm. If passed, the availability of semi-automatic handguns in New York could be in jeopardy, as manufacturers simply may choose not to build or sell firearms for purchase in the state.

It is imperative that you contact your State Senator TODAY and respectfully urge them to OPPOSE S4397! Your State Senator can be contacted through the Senate switchboard at (518) 455-2800. To find your State Senator, please click here. Also, please email NRA-ILA's State & Local Affairs Division at state&local@nrahq.org and let us know what response you are getting from your State Senator considering S4397.
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http://www.nysgtsc.state.ny.us/mc-proc09.htm

State of New York, Executive Chamber, Proclamation

Whereas, with the arrival of summer, New York emphasizes the need to "Watch for Motorcycles" by reminding all motorists to be more aware of motorcyclists and to respect their right to safely ride on our highways, and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has issued more than 636,517 motorcycle licenses and currently registers more than 364,962 motorcycles, as registration numbers have increased by nearly 82% over the past ten years; and

Whereas, there are 113,341 miles of roadway across all regions of New York State that offer motorcyclists, and motorists alike, access to scenic rural areas as well as suburban and metropolitan areas, and they include beautiful touring routes and destinations where events of interest to motorcyclists are held, such as the "Americade Touring Rally" in Lake George, which annually attracts tens of thousands of motorcyclists; and

Whereas, the motorcycle is an energy efficient vehicle, effectively reducing fuel consumption and contributing to the reduction of traffic and parking congestion and, in light of recent increases in the cost of fuel, it has become an increasingly popular means of transportation for purposes of commuting as well as recreation; and

Whereas, motorcycles do not have the stability of other vehicles because they must be balanced and, therefore, riding a motorcycle involves certain risks not encountered with other vehicles; motorcyclists are more vulnerable in a crash since they are much less protected and not as readily visible to other drivers, particularly those who don't ride a motorcycle and who may not be aware of motorcycles in traffic, all of which have particular implications at intersections and while turning in front of on- coming traffic; and

Whereas, the safe operation of a motorcycle requires the use of special skills developed through a combination of training and experience, proper maintenance of motorcycle safety equipment, use of the proper rider gear, an awareness of the risks of riding, the use of good judgment and a knowledge of and compliance with traffic laws and licensing requirements specific to motorcycling; DMV supports a motorcycle safety program and provides the motorcycle road test to those who successfully complete the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's beginning rider course, which is available at training sites across the state by calling 1-800-446-9227; and

Whereas, increased rider education, motorcycle safety programs and public awareness leads to safer motorcycling, and the start of the warm weather months signifies an appropriate time to send a message of safety to all road and highway users;

Now, therefore I, David Paterson, Governor of the State of New York, do hereby proclaim June 2009 as MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AND AWARENESS MONTH in the Empire State.

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