In addition to the applicable requirements of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law and the regulations of the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, the following definitions, rules and regulations are applicable to motor carriers and drivers operating in this State pursuant to or requiring registration or operating authority for the transportation of passengers or property including hazardous materials for the United States Department of Transportation or the commissioner and other motor vehicles operated for the commercial transportation of passengers or property.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 17 § 820.0