No More Names on the List: Act Now to Stop the Street Toll

Sep 27 - Assembly bill A 8079 would force scooter riders to get licensed, insured, and schooled. No license, no sale. Lawmakers push paperwork, not street fixes. Vulnerable users still face the same steel threat.

Assembly Bill A 8079, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Filed September 27, 2023, it aims to require a safety manual, licensing, and insurance for electric scooter operators in New York City. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes a bicycle and electric scooter operator's safety manual; provides for the issuance of a license...; requires liability insurance for electric scooters in cities having a population of one million or more.' Assembly Member John Zaccaro Jr. leads, with Rebecca Seawright, Michael Benedetto, Deborah Glick, Jeffrion Aubry, David McDonough, and Michael Novakhov co-sponsoring. The bill targets paperwork and compliance. It does not address the core dangers faced by pedestrians and cyclists on city streets.

• File A 8079, Open States, Published 2023-09-27

Sep 18 - Two vehicles collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 36-year-old woman driving an SUV struck a 47-year-old man in a sedan from behind. Both drivers suffered head and neck injuries. Both were restrained and remained inside their vehicles.

According to the police report, a 2019 SUV driven by a 36-year-old woman traveling north on Hutchinson River Parkway rear-ended a 2011 sedan driven by a 47-year-old man also traveling north. The point of impact was the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. Both sustained injuries: the SUV driver suffered neck injuries, and the sedan driver suffered head injuries. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified for both drivers. There is no mention of pedestrian involvement or other contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4665151 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 17 - Three vehicles collided northbound on Hutchinson River Parkway. A 24-year-old male driver suffered full-body injuries and shock. The crash involved slippery pavement and other vehicular factors. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.

According to the police report, three vehicles traveling northbound on Hutchinson River Parkway collided. The crash involved a pick-up truck and two SUVs. A 24-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining full-body trauma and shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists contributing factors as slippery pavement and other vehicular causes. One driver was unlicensed. The point of impact included the right rear bumper of the pick-up truck and the center front ends of the SUVs. The report identifies driver errors as 'Other Vehicular' factors and notes the hazardous road condition but does not assign fault to the injured driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663185 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 3 - Two sedans crashed head-on on Shore Road. Both drivers were male and licensed. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Impact hit right front quarter panel of one car and left front bumper of the other. No ejections reported.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Shore Road. Both drivers were male and licensed in New York. The crash involved a right front quarter panel impact on one vehicle and a left front bumper impact on the other. One driver, age 36, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s actions. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4659170 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Aug 25 - A 21-year-old man was hit by an SUV on City Island Road. The pedestrian suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The crash happened away from an intersection. The driver was going straight north when the collision occurred.

According to the police report, a 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a Station Wagon/SUV traveling north on City Island Road. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, performing unspecified actions. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not identify any driver errors or violations. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657657 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Aug 14 - A Ford SUV struck the rear right bumper of a Kia sedan on Bruckner Expressway. The sedan driver, a 38-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling north. Improper lane usage caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old male driver in a 2008 Kia sedan was injured when a 2022 Ford SUV hit the sedan's right rear bumper on Bruckner Expressway. The sedan driver sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. The Kia was changing lanes while the Ford was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The collision caused front-end damage to the sedan and rear bumper damage to the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655154 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 29 - Two sedans collided on Hutchinson River Parkway. One car overturned. Two teenage passengers suffered bruises and scrapes. Both were conscious and restrained. Driver followed too closely and sped.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Hutchinson River Parkway collided. One vehicle overturned after impact. Two female passengers, ages 15 and 16, were injured but remained conscious and restrained. The 15-year-old suffered abdominal and pelvic contusions; the 16-year-old had abrasions to her knee and lower leg. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Unsafe Speed." The crash damaged left side doors and the left rear quarter panel of one sedan, while the other overturned after being struck.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649831 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jul 4 - A northbound SUV struck a sedan from behind on Bruckner Expressway. The sedan driver and a young passenger suffered injuries. Both vehicles showed front and rear damage. Airbags deployed. The crash left a child bruised and the driver with abrasions.

According to the police report, a 2007 SUV traveling north on Bruckner Expressway slowed or stopped and collided with the rear of a 2005 sedan also traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 35-year-old woman, and a 2-year-old male passenger in the rear seat were injured. The driver sustained abrasions to her elbow and lower arm, while the child suffered a chest contusion. Both occupants were conscious and restrained, with airbags deployed. The SUV showed damage to its center back end; the sedan had damage to its center front end. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. No victims were ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of rear-end collisions on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644132 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 17 - A sedan and an SUV collided on the Bruckner Expressway. The SUV slowed or stopped; the sedan, traveling at unsafe speed and following too closely, struck the SUV’s rear. Both driver and front passenger in the sedan suffered shoulder injuries and bruises.

According to the police report, a 2019 BMW sedan traveling northeast on the Bruckner Expressway rear-ended a 2005 Chevrolet SUV that was slowing or stopping. The sedan’s driver, 45, and front passenger, 29, both sustained upper arm shoulder injuries and contusions. The report lists unsafe speed and following too closely as contributing factors for the sedan driver. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling in the same direction. The sedan’s airbags deployed, and occupants were restrained. The collision caused center front end damage to the sedan and center back end damage to the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640186 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 10 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Hutchinson River Parkway. Three people hurt. Whiplash. Driver followed too close. Metal bent. No one lost consciousness.

According to the police report, a northbound Toyota SUV rear-ended a Mercedes sedan on Hutchinson River Parkway. The crash injured three people: the 39-year-old woman driving the SUV, the 41-year-old man driving the sedan, and a 5-year-old boy riding in the sedan. All suffered whiplash but stayed conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the SUV driver's error. All occupants wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the back of the SUV. No other driver errors or victim factors were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638188 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 8 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Jun 6 - Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Jun 1 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

May 31 - A 71-year-old man driving a sedan on Orchard Beach Road in the Bronx suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 71-year-old male driver was injured in a crash on Orchard Beach Road in the Bronx. The sedan, traveling north, impacted with its right front bumper. The driver sustained contusions and bruises to his shoulder and upper arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any clear driver errors or other vehicles involved. The crash resulted in damage to the vehicle's right front bumper.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635647 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 31 - Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

May 30 - Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

May 23 - Tractor truck struck sedan’s rear on Bruckner Expressway. Five inside. Thirteen-year-old front passenger suffered head trauma, semiconscious. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. System failed to protect the young.

According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling north on Bruckner Expressway hit the left rear bumper of a northbound sedan. The sedan carried five people. A 13-year-old girl in the front passenger seat suffered head trauma and internal injuries. She was semiconscious after the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The truck’s left front bumper and the sedan’s left rear bumper were damaged. The injured passenger wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. No pedestrians were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4632028 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 22 - Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-05-22

May 16 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

May 13 - A 19-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan on Orchard Beach Road in the Bronx. She suffered bruises and injuries to her entire body. The impact was at the car’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a northbound sedan on Orchard Beach Road in the Bronx. The collision occurred away from an intersection, with the pedestrian engaged in unspecified actions in the roadway. The impact point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her entire body but remained conscious. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian’s contributing factors are marked as unspecified. No mention of helmet use or signaling is noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628614 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19