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New York Council Votes on Horse-Drawn Carriage Ban
New York City Council to vote on horse-drawn carriage ban by June 2028.
In brief
New York City Council to vote on horse-drawn carriage ban by June 2028. New York City Council will vote on legislation banning horse-drawn carriages in Central Park by June 2028 after Romanch Mahajan's death. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
New York Council and Mayor Agree on Ban
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin and Mayor Zohran Mamdani agreed on legislation to ban horse-drawn carriages in Central Park by June 2028.
Romanch Mahajan's Death Spurred Action
Romanch Mahajan, an 18-year-old tourist from India, died in a fall while riding in a horse-drawn carriage this summer.
Mayor Supports Ban but Criticizes Worker Protections
Mayor Mamdani supported the legislation's spirit but criticized worker protections, saying the bill allowed the city to 'consider' compensating drivers.
“the bill would allow the city to 'consider' compensating drivers”
Union Says Bill Fails to Protect Workers
Transport Workers Union Local 100 said the bill did not go far enough to protect workers, including 68 medallions, 150 drivers, and 160 licensed horses.
Council Speaker Pushes for Compensation Plan
Council Speaker Menin proposed a working group to develop a plan for compensating drivers, including transitioning to hospitality work or city jobs.
Mayor's Office Exploring Compensation
The mayor's office is actively exploring a plan to compensate drivers for the loss of their livelihoods while ending horse-drawn carriages in Central Park.
What matters most
New York City Council will vote on legislation banning horse-drawn carriages in Central Park by June 2028 after Romanch Mahajan's death.
