N.Y.C. Council Speaker Backs Ban on Horse-Drawn Carriages
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- Law And Legislation
- By The New York Times
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New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin has announced her support for legislation aimed at prohibiting horse-drawn carriage operations within Central Park. This decision follows a tragic incident last month that resulted in a tourist's death. The proposed bill, previously referred to as Ryder's Law, represents a significant step toward modernizing transportation regulations in Manhattan and prioritizing public safety in one of the city's most visited attractions.
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N.Y.C. Council Speaker Backs Ban on Horse-Drawn Carriages
Julie Menin said she would support a bill, formerly known as Ryder’s Law, to ban the rides in Central Park after a tourist was killed in an accident last month. continue reading...
