Provides that the thruway authority shall issue permits for ambulances and fire vehicles exempting such vehicles from paying tolls on the thruway when engaged in an emergency operation.

New York Assembly Bill A00034 aimed to allow ambulances and fire vehicles to travel on the New York State Thruway without paying tolls during emergency operations. The bill required the Thruway Authority to issue permits exempting these vehicles from tolls when responding to emergencies. Despite passing both the Assembly and the Senate unanimously, the bill was vetoed by the Governor on December 5, 2025.

Supporters of the bill argued that it would reduce response times for emergency services by eliminating the need for toll payments during critical situations. They emphasized that the financial burden of tolls on emergency vehicles could hinder their ability to provide timely assistance, and that the bill would alleviate this concern.

Opponents of the bill raised concerns about potential revenue losses for the Thruway Authority, which relies on tolls for maintenance and operations. They also questioned the administrative challenges of implementing a permit system and ensuring that only eligible vehicles receive exemptions. Additionally, there were worries about the potential for abuse of the permit system, leading to unauthorized toll exemptions.