Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB11?
Ten Dead in Queens: Politicians Talk, Pedestrians Die
Queens CB11: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
Ten people killed. Twenty-two left with serious injuries. That is the cost of traffic violence in Queens CB11 since 2022. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about hope or habit. They only climb.
Just last month, a 74-year-old man was killed crossing at Northern Boulevard and 217th Street. The driver, behind the wheel of a 2017 SUV, was unlicensed. The man died at the intersection. There is no comfort in the details. There is only the fact of his absence. NYC Open Data
On December 24th, a 56-year-old man was crushed and killed as a pedestrian on the Clearview Expressway. The crash was blamed on a driver following too closely, on a slippery road. The man did not make it home for Christmas. NYC Open Data
Who Pays the Price
Pedestrians and older adults bear the brunt. Of the ten killed, three were over 65. One was under 18. The streets do not forgive. SUVs and sedans do most of the damage—four deaths by cars, none by bikes. The numbers are not just numbers. They are mothers, fathers, children.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
State Senator John Liu has voted yes on bills to curb repeat speeders, requiring speed-limiting devices for those with a pattern of violations. He co-sponsored the bill, and he voted yes in committee. This is a step. But the deaths keep coming. Council Member Linda Lee, Assembly Member Ed Braunstein, and others have supported extending school speed zones. It is not enough.
“We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez as the city expanded car-free school streets. The city is moving, but not fast enough. The blood dries before the paint does.
What You Can Do
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real enforcement against repeat speeders. Join Families for Safe Streets and Transportation Alternatives. Stand with the families who have lost. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB11 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB11?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB11?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819696 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-08-29
- Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway, ABC7, Published 2025-07-31
- Everyone Wants to Fix 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
- Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-18
Other Representatives
District 26
213-33 39th Ave., Suite 238, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 422, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 23
73-03 Bell Boulevard, Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
718-468-0137
250 Broadway, Suite 1868, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 16
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB11 Queens Community Board 11 sits in Queens, Precinct 111, District 23, AD 26, SD 16.
It contains Auburndale, Bayside, Douglaston-Little Neck, Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills, Alley Pond Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 11
SUV Slams Parked Car on Horace Harding▸SUV struck parked car in Queens. One man injured, another and infant involved. Police cite alcohol. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
A crash on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens left one man injured and involved an infant. According to the police report, an SUV traveling east struck a parked SUV. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The driver of the moving vehicle was described as incoherent and suffered injuries. Two other occupants, including a baby, were listed as involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention any errors by the victims. Alcohol was the only driver error cited.
Rear-End Crash on Long Island Expressway Injures Child, Others▸Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. A two-year-old and two adults suffered injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The road did not forgive.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. A two-year-old rear passenger and two adults, including a driver and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The child suffered whiplash, while adults reported neck and upper arm pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred, with one car striking the other from behind. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Truck and Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Teen▸A truck and sedan collided on the Long Island Expressway. An 18-year-old driver was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal, glass, and error met at speed.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The sedan was changing lanes, the truck was going straight. One driver was injured, others had unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Moped in Queens Lane Change▸Sedan hit moped on Horace Harding Expressway. One moped rider injured. Police cite unsafe speed and lane change. Metal and bodies collided. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and a moped collided on Horace Harding Expressway at 253rd Street in Queens. One moped driver, age 51, suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. The sedan was going straight; the moped was changing lanes. Multiple people were involved, including passengers and registrants, but only the moped driver was reported injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. One driver suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction for both cars. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Northern Boulevard and Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 42-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his leg. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Francis Lewis Blvd▸Two cars crashed on Francis Lewis Blvd. Three men hurt. Drivers failed to obey traffic control. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Francis Lewis Blvd and 45 Dr in Queens. Three men were injured: a 55-year-old driver with a fractured arm, a 70-year-old front passenger with chest pain, and an 83-year-old driver with chest pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The data lists no other contributing factors before driver error. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
SUV Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Crushed in Queens▸SUV struck a 65-year-old man outside the roadway. Driver distracted. Pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his leg and foot. Blood on the curb. System failed to protect the walker.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 65-year-old pedestrian near 214-26 41 Ave in Queens. The man was not in the roadway. He suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The SUV’s front end struck the pedestrian. No other errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash exposes the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
2Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV struck parked car in Queens. One man injured, another and infant involved. Police cite alcohol. Metal twisted. Night air thick with danger.
A crash on Horace Harding Expressway in Queens left one man injured and involved an infant. According to the police report, an SUV traveling east struck a parked SUV. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. The driver of the moving vehicle was described as incoherent and suffered injuries. Two other occupants, including a baby, were listed as involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report does not mention any errors by the victims. Alcohol was the only driver error cited.
Rear-End Crash on Long Island Expressway Injures Child, Others▸Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. A two-year-old and two adults suffered injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The road did not forgive.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. A two-year-old rear passenger and two adults, including a driver and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The child suffered whiplash, while adults reported neck and upper arm pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred, with one car striking the other from behind. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Truck and Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Teen▸A truck and sedan collided on the Long Island Expressway. An 18-year-old driver was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal, glass, and error met at speed.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The sedan was changing lanes, the truck was going straight. One driver was injured, others had unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Moped in Queens Lane Change▸Sedan hit moped on Horace Harding Expressway. One moped rider injured. Police cite unsafe speed and lane change. Metal and bodies collided. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and a moped collided on Horace Harding Expressway at 253rd Street in Queens. One moped driver, age 51, suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. The sedan was going straight; the moped was changing lanes. Multiple people were involved, including passengers and registrants, but only the moped driver was reported injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. One driver suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction for both cars. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Northern Boulevard and Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 42-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his leg. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Francis Lewis Blvd▸Two cars crashed on Francis Lewis Blvd. Three men hurt. Drivers failed to obey traffic control. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Francis Lewis Blvd and 45 Dr in Queens. Three men were injured: a 55-year-old driver with a fractured arm, a 70-year-old front passenger with chest pain, and an 83-year-old driver with chest pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The data lists no other contributing factors before driver error. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
SUV Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Crushed in Queens▸SUV struck a 65-year-old man outside the roadway. Driver distracted. Pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his leg and foot. Blood on the curb. System failed to protect the walker.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 65-year-old pedestrian near 214-26 41 Ave in Queens. The man was not in the roadway. He suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The SUV’s front end struck the pedestrian. No other errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash exposes the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
2Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
-
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. A two-year-old and two adults suffered injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The road did not forgive.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. A two-year-old rear passenger and two adults, including a driver and a front passenger, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The child suffered whiplash, while adults reported neck and upper arm pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the collision occurred, with one car striking the other from behind. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
Truck and Sedan Crash on Expressway Injures Teen▸A truck and sedan collided on the Long Island Expressway. An 18-year-old driver was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal, glass, and error met at speed.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The sedan was changing lanes, the truck was going straight. One driver was injured, others had unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Moped in Queens Lane Change▸Sedan hit moped on Horace Harding Expressway. One moped rider injured. Police cite unsafe speed and lane change. Metal and bodies collided. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and a moped collided on Horace Harding Expressway at 253rd Street in Queens. One moped driver, age 51, suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. The sedan was going straight; the moped was changing lanes. Multiple people were involved, including passengers and registrants, but only the moped driver was reported injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. One driver suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction for both cars. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Northern Boulevard and Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 42-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his leg. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Francis Lewis Blvd▸Two cars crashed on Francis Lewis Blvd. Three men hurt. Drivers failed to obey traffic control. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Francis Lewis Blvd and 45 Dr in Queens. Three men were injured: a 55-year-old driver with a fractured arm, a 70-year-old front passenger with chest pain, and an 83-year-old driver with chest pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The data lists no other contributing factors before driver error. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
SUV Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Crushed in Queens▸SUV struck a 65-year-old man outside the roadway. Driver distracted. Pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his leg and foot. Blood on the curb. System failed to protect the walker.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 65-year-old pedestrian near 214-26 41 Ave in Queens. The man was not in the roadway. He suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The SUV’s front end struck the pedestrian. No other errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash exposes the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
2Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
A truck and sedan collided on the Long Island Expressway. An 18-year-old driver was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. Metal, glass, and error met at speed.
A tractor truck and a sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered arm injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The sedan was changing lanes, the truck was going straight. One driver was injured, others had unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
Sedan Strikes Moped in Queens Lane Change▸Sedan hit moped on Horace Harding Expressway. One moped rider injured. Police cite unsafe speed and lane change. Metal and bodies collided. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and a moped collided on Horace Harding Expressway at 253rd Street in Queens. One moped driver, age 51, suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. The sedan was going straight; the moped was changing lanes. Multiple people were involved, including passengers and registrants, but only the moped driver was reported injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. One driver suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction for both cars. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Northern Boulevard and Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 42-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his leg. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Francis Lewis Blvd▸Two cars crashed on Francis Lewis Blvd. Three men hurt. Drivers failed to obey traffic control. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Francis Lewis Blvd and 45 Dr in Queens. Three men were injured: a 55-year-old driver with a fractured arm, a 70-year-old front passenger with chest pain, and an 83-year-old driver with chest pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The data lists no other contributing factors before driver error. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
SUV Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Crushed in Queens▸SUV struck a 65-year-old man outside the roadway. Driver distracted. Pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his leg and foot. Blood on the curb. System failed to protect the walker.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 65-year-old pedestrian near 214-26 41 Ave in Queens. The man was not in the roadway. He suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The SUV’s front end struck the pedestrian. No other errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash exposes the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
2Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Sedan hit moped on Horace Harding Expressway. One moped rider injured. Police cite unsafe speed and lane change. Metal and bodies collided. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and a moped collided on Horace Harding Expressway at 253rd Street in Queens. One moped driver, age 51, suffered a leg injury. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. The sedan was going straight; the moped was changing lanes. Multiple people were involved, including passengers and registrants, but only the moped driver was reported injured. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
Distracted Drivers Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. One driver suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction for both cars. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Northern Boulevard and Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 42-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his leg. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Francis Lewis Blvd▸Two cars crashed on Francis Lewis Blvd. Three men hurt. Drivers failed to obey traffic control. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Francis Lewis Blvd and 45 Dr in Queens. Three men were injured: a 55-year-old driver with a fractured arm, a 70-year-old front passenger with chest pain, and an 83-year-old driver with chest pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The data lists no other contributing factors before driver error. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
SUV Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Crushed in Queens▸SUV struck a 65-year-old man outside the roadway. Driver distracted. Pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his leg and foot. Blood on the curb. System failed to protect the walker.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 65-year-old pedestrian near 214-26 41 Ave in Queens. The man was not in the roadway. He suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The SUV’s front end struck the pedestrian. No other errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash exposes the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
2Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. One driver suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver distraction for both cars. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Northern Boulevard and Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 42-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his leg. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on Francis Lewis Blvd▸Two cars crashed on Francis Lewis Blvd. Three men hurt. Drivers failed to obey traffic control. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Francis Lewis Blvd and 45 Dr in Queens. Three men were injured: a 55-year-old driver with a fractured arm, a 70-year-old front passenger with chest pain, and an 83-year-old driver with chest pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The data lists no other contributing factors before driver error. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
SUV Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Crushed in Queens▸SUV struck a 65-year-old man outside the roadway. Driver distracted. Pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his leg and foot. Blood on the curb. System failed to protect the walker.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 65-year-old pedestrian near 214-26 41 Ave in Queens. The man was not in the roadway. He suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The SUV’s front end struck the pedestrian. No other errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash exposes the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
2Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Two cars crashed on Francis Lewis Blvd. Three men hurt. Drivers failed to obey traffic control. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two vehicles, an SUV and a sedan, collided at Francis Lewis Blvd and 45 Dr in Queens. Three men were injured: a 55-year-old driver with a fractured arm, a 70-year-old front passenger with chest pain, and an 83-year-old driver with chest pain. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The data lists no other contributing factors before driver error. The report does not mention pedestrians or cyclists.
SUV Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Crushed in Queens▸SUV struck a 65-year-old man outside the roadway. Driver distracted. Pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his leg and foot. Blood on the curb. System failed to protect the walker.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 65-year-old pedestrian near 214-26 41 Ave in Queens. The man was not in the roadway. He suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The SUV’s front end struck the pedestrian. No other errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash exposes the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
2Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
-
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
SUV struck a 65-year-old man outside the roadway. Driver distracted. Pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his leg and foot. Blood on the curb. System failed to protect the walker.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 65-year-old pedestrian near 214-26 41 Ave in Queens. The man was not in the roadway. He suffered crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The SUV’s front end struck the pedestrian. No other errors were listed. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash exposes the danger when drivers lose focus, even for a moment.
2Box Truck Slams Sedan on Clearview Expressway▸Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Clearview Expressway. Two men injured. Metal, glass, pain. No clear cause named. Queens traffic moves on.
A box truck hit the back of a sedan on the Clearview Expressway near 26 Avenue in Queens. Two men, both drivers, suffered injuries—one to the head, one to the back. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when the crash happened. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or specific causes were identified in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two injured and others shaken, but the reasons remain unclear.
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Driver on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt. Police cite unsafe lane changing. Metal crumpled. Sirens cut the night. Another wound in Queens traffic.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. One driver, a 33-year-old woman, suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, the collision involved unsafe lane changing and reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. The crash left both cars damaged at the front bumpers. Unsafe lane changing was the main driver error cited in the report.
Distracted Drivers Collide on 204th Street▸Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Two sedans crashed at 204th Street and 35th Avenue. One driver suffered chest injuries. A one-year-old and several others were shaken. Police cite driver inattention. Metal bent. Lives jarred. The street bore the brunt of distraction.
Two sedans collided at the intersection of 204th Street and 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when they crashed. One driver, a 65-year-old man, sustained chest injuries and was in shock. A one-year-old passenger and several other occupants were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The police report states, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving passengers and drivers at risk.
S 8344Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
S 7678Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
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File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 7678, Open States, Published 2025-06-16
S 7785Braunstein votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
-
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
- File S 7785, Open States, Published 2025-06-16
Distracted SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian in Queens▸A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
-
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
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Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
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Published 2025-06-13
A distracted SUV driver struck a woman crossing 202 Street at 26 Avenue. The impact hit her chest. She suffered a concussion. The driver and a child passenger were unhurt. Police cited driver inattention as the cause.
A 32-year-old woman was injured when an SUV hit her as she crossed 202 Street at 26 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and struck the pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. The woman suffered a chest injury and concussion but remained conscious. The SUV’s driver, a 55-year-old man, and a child passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Systemic danger persists when drivers fail to pay attention at intersections.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
- Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-06-15
Driver Inexperience Causes Queens Collision, One Hurt▸Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Two cars crashed at 203 Street and 48 Avenue. A man, 57, suffered neck whiplash. Both vehicles moved straight before impact. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal twisted. The street fell silent. Another injury in Queens. The system failed again.
A sedan and an SUV collided at the intersection of 203 Street and 48 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead when they crashed. One driver, a 57-year-old man, was injured with neck whiplash. The other driver, a 40-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police list 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The report does not mention any errors by those injured. The crash highlights the ongoing danger on city streets when drivers lack experience behind the wheel.
S 5677Braunstein votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
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File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
- File S 5677, Open States, Published 2025-06-13
S 6815Braunstein votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
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File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
- File S 6815, Open States, Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Liu votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-13
S 8344Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-13
Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-13