Council Member Riley introduces bill to require block-by-block bus-lane signs and searchable DOT listing

Council Member Riley introduced Intro 409A to require clearer, block-level signage for bus-lane restrictions and to mandate that the Department of Transportation publish restriction schedules online in a searchable form.

"Bus lanes are a very critical tool for improving transit services and helping keep our city moving," Riley said, arguing that inconsistent or poorly placed signage can lead to unexpected violations for drivers and slow transit service when lanes are blocked or misused. The bill would require DOT to install clearly visible signs indicating the days and hours restrictions apply and to make that information easily searchable by street name online.

Riley framed the measure as a transparency and compliance bill aimed at helping the millions of New Yorkers who rely on buses daily by reducing confusion and keeping bus lanes clear.

The transcript records the introduction and sponsor remarks but does not show a formal committee vote or final action on the measure during this session.