Sensible Transportation

Bus to Move: Bus Cameras for New York City

Status: Passed
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Level: NY State Legislature
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Sponsor(s):
Assemblymember Jonathan Bing
Senator Martin Dilan
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T.A. supports this legislation

This legislation will speed service for millions of New York City bus riders by authorizing the New York City Department of Transportation and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to operate bus

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Submitted by lindsey on December 21, 2011 - 11:01. categories [ ]

Complete Streets for New York State

Status: Passed
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Level: NY State Legislature
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Sponsor(s):
Assemblymember David Gantt
State Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr.
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T.A. supports this legislation

This bill will ensure that New York State roadways are built for all users: bicyclists, public transportation vehicles and passengers, motorists, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities.

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Advocates Praise Port Authority Director Chris Ward

Responding to rumors that Chris Ward may be removed from his position as Executive Director of the Port Authority, local advocates voiced their approval of Mr.

Subtitle: 
Local Organizations Show Support For Ward’s Record Of Accomplishments
Release Date: 
May 27, 2011
Press Release Contact: 
Michael Murphy

Transportation Alternatives Praises Assembly Member Meng For “Transit Rider’s Bill of Rights”

Transportation Alternatives praised Assembly Member Grace Meng (D-Flushing) today for taking a leadership stance in protecting the millions of New Yorkers who use public transit with the introduction

Subtitle: 
Transit Advocacy Group Cites the Millions of New Yorkers Who Stand To Benefit From Better Public Transit
Release Date: 
April 4, 2011
Press Release Contact: 
Michael Murphy
Submitted by michael.murphy on April 4, 2011 - 10:03. categories [ ]

Transportation Alternatives Gives New Yorkers The Tools To Create Safer Neighborhoods With A Traffic Monitoring Kit

Transportation Alternatives, New York's leading transportation advocacy group, today released their "Neighborhood Traffic Monitoring Toolkit," a step-by-step guide to help communities document l

Subtitle: 
Transportation Group Circulates Step-By-Step Guide To Document And Report Lawless Driving
Release Date: 
March 31, 2011
Press Release Contact: 
Brian Krapf

Statement On The State Budget's Failure To Address The Revenue Crisis

With the legislature and governor reaching agreement on the budget overnight, Transportation Alternatives urges New York's public officials immediately look to the future and address the revenue cri

Subtitle: 
Transportation Alternatives Urges New York’s Government To Take Action On The Revenue Crisis Facing Public Transit
Release Date: 
March 31, 2011
Press Release Contact: 
Michael Murphy
Submitted by michael.murphy on March 31, 2011 - 15:50. categories [ ]

T.A. Statement on Central Park Bike Ticketing Blitz

"Police enforcement of the most dangerous behaviors on the loop drive is important," said Caroline Samponaro, director of bicycle advocacy.

Release Date: 
February 11, 2011
Press Release Contact: 
Caroline Samponaro

Transportation Alternatives Unveils Blueprint for Making Manhattan’s East Side Safer

With its wide avenues that encourage speeding, and a high number of residents who get around by walking and biking, Manhattan's East Side leads the city for pedestrians and cyclists injured by motor

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More than 600 East Side residents shaped blueprint’s recommendations
Release Date: 
January 26, 2011
Press Release Contact: 
Kim Martineau

Cyclist’s Death Inspires Driver’s Ed Legislation

Author: 
Zachary Kussin
Media Outlet: 
New York Times
Date: 
December 3, 2010
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It was bicyclist Jasmine Herron's death after she was hit by an opening car door on the corner of Washington and Atlantic Avenues in September that prompted State Senator Eric Adams to introduce Leg

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Cyclists took to the streets in favor of S. 8487, which would add bicycle safety to New York State driver education classes.
Submitted by volunteer on December 21, 2010 - 17:19. categories [ ]