New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

A 171: Authorizes drivers to disobey a traffic-control device or signal, after exercising reasonable care, in order to yield the right of way to an authorized emergency vehicle

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION

Plain-language summary

A 171 is a bill introduced in the New York House on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Authorizes drivers to disobey a traffic-control device or signal, after exercising reasonable care, in order to yield the right of way to an authorized emergency vehicle. Primary sponsor: Simcha Eichenstein (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Simcha Eichenstein (Democratic).