Excelsior! Complete Streets Will Be Law in New York
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced yesterday that he would sign the state’s Complete Streets (S5411.A/A8366) bill into law.
State Law
New Yorkers Rally Behind Brittany's Law
New Yorkers are lining up to support bills S1332 and A1863, known as “Brittany’s Law,” which would direct inclusion of all users in state transportation projects. The law takes its name from the tragic death of 14-year-old Brittany Vega, whose mother Sandi is tirelessly advocating for Complete Streets policies at the state and local level.
New Complete Streets Policies in Two States
In the last month, the National Complete Streets Coalition celebrated policy success: Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm signed Public Act 135, directing the Michigan DOT to develop a Complete Streets policy, and the Louisiana DOT adopted a Complete Streets policy developed by a variety of stakeholders late last year.
Complete Streets on a Roll in Michigan
It’s hard to think of Michigan without thinking of the automobile, but the growing Michigan Complete Streets Coalition (now at 70+ members!) is working to change that. With two bills set for a Committee vote today and more and more communities adopting their own policies, the Coalition is helping Michigan be a safer, healthier, and stronger place to live.
Complete Streets Bill Passes in Minnesota
Last month, the Minnesota Complete Streets Coalition celebrated the passage of a strong state law. They have kindly shared more information on the bill and how they did it, including lessons learned.
Complete Streets Bills Introduced in Minnesota legislature
Connecticut Becomes 10th State with Complete Streets Law
Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell signed Senate Bill 735, the Complete Streets bill, into law on Independence Day, making Connecticut the tenth state to pass complete streets legislation and the second to do so this year.
Hawaii Complete Streets Bill Becomes Law
Governor Linda Lingle signed S.B. 718 into law on May 6, directing the Hawaii DOT and the county DOTs to establish complete streets policies.