Relates to assault in the second degree of an operator or crew of a passenger commuter ferry

Summary

The bill amends the penal law to make it a second‑degree assault to intentionally cause physical injury to a wide range of transit employees—including ferry operators, crew, ticket staff, maintenance workers, and related officials—while they are performing their job duties. It broadens protection for those who keep commuter ferries and other public transit systems running. The change takes effect immediately.

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