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
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on Parkway▸A sedan and SUV collided on Cross Island Parkway. Three people hurt. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Injuries: whiplash, facial abrasions, bruised leg. Metal twisted. No one ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's right rear bumper. Three people were injured: a 44-year-old woman with neck whiplash, a 10-year-old boy with facial abrasions, and a 47-year-old man with a bruised leg. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan suffered center front end damage; the SUV's right rear bumper was hit. No one was ejected.
16-Year-Old E-Bike Driver Injured Queens Crash▸A 16-year-old male e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved a left front impact. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash on Northern Boulevard.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating an e-bike was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash involved one other unspecified vehicle traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting BAC Limit Reduction▸Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
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City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
-
File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on Parkway▸A sedan and SUV collided on Cross Island Parkway. Three people hurt. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Injuries: whiplash, facial abrasions, bruised leg. Metal twisted. No one ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's right rear bumper. Three people were injured: a 44-year-old woman with neck whiplash, a 10-year-old boy with facial abrasions, and a 47-year-old man with a bruised leg. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan suffered center front end damage; the SUV's right rear bumper was hit. No one was ejected.
16-Year-Old E-Bike Driver Injured Queens Crash▸A 16-year-old male e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved a left front impact. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash on Northern Boulevard.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating an e-bike was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash involved one other unspecified vehicle traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting BAC Limit Reduction▸Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
-
City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
-
File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
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Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
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Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on Parkway▸A sedan and SUV collided on Cross Island Parkway. Three people hurt. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Injuries: whiplash, facial abrasions, bruised leg. Metal twisted. No one ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's right rear bumper. Three people were injured: a 44-year-old woman with neck whiplash, a 10-year-old boy with facial abrasions, and a 47-year-old man with a bruised leg. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan suffered center front end damage; the SUV's right rear bumper was hit. No one was ejected.
16-Year-Old E-Bike Driver Injured Queens Crash▸A 16-year-old male e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved a left front impact. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash on Northern Boulevard.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating an e-bike was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash involved one other unspecified vehicle traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting BAC Limit Reduction▸Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
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City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on Parkway▸A sedan and SUV collided on Cross Island Parkway. Three people hurt. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Injuries: whiplash, facial abrasions, bruised leg. Metal twisted. No one ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's right rear bumper. Three people were injured: a 44-year-old woman with neck whiplash, a 10-year-old boy with facial abrasions, and a 47-year-old man with a bruised leg. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan suffered center front end damage; the SUV's right rear bumper was hit. No one was ejected.
16-Year-Old E-Bike Driver Injured Queens Crash▸A 16-year-old male e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved a left front impact. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash on Northern Boulevard.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating an e-bike was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash involved one other unspecified vehicle traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting BAC Limit Reduction▸Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
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City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
A 602Stavisky votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-13
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on Parkway▸A sedan and SUV collided on Cross Island Parkway. Three people hurt. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Injuries: whiplash, facial abrasions, bruised leg. Metal twisted. No one ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's right rear bumper. Three people were injured: a 44-year-old woman with neck whiplash, a 10-year-old boy with facial abrasions, and a 47-year-old man with a bruised leg. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan suffered center front end damage; the SUV's right rear bumper was hit. No one was ejected.
16-Year-Old E-Bike Driver Injured Queens Crash▸A 16-year-old male e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved a left front impact. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash on Northern Boulevard.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating an e-bike was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash involved one other unspecified vehicle traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting BAC Limit Reduction▸Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
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City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13
3Driver Distraction Injures Three on Parkway▸A sedan and SUV collided on Cross Island Parkway. Three people hurt. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Injuries: whiplash, facial abrasions, bruised leg. Metal twisted. No one ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's right rear bumper. Three people were injured: a 44-year-old woman with neck whiplash, a 10-year-old boy with facial abrasions, and a 47-year-old man with a bruised leg. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan suffered center front end damage; the SUV's right rear bumper was hit. No one was ejected.
16-Year-Old E-Bike Driver Injured Queens Crash▸A 16-year-old male e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved a left front impact. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash on Northern Boulevard.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating an e-bike was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash involved one other unspecified vehicle traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting BAC Limit Reduction▸Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
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City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
A sedan and SUV collided on Cross Island Parkway. Three people hurt. Police cite driver distraction and unsafe speed. Injuries: whiplash, facial abrasions, bruised leg. Metal twisted. No one ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV crashed on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan's left front bumper hit the SUV's right rear bumper. Three people were injured: a 44-year-old woman with neck whiplash, a 10-year-old boy with facial abrasions, and a 47-year-old man with a bruised leg. All were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan suffered center front end damage; the SUV's right rear bumper was hit. No one was ejected.
16-Year-Old E-Bike Driver Injured Queens Crash▸A 16-year-old male e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved a left front impact. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash on Northern Boulevard.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating an e-bike was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash involved one other unspecified vehicle traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting BAC Limit Reduction▸Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
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City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
A 16-year-old male e-bike driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens collision. The crash involved a left front impact. The rider was conscious and not ejected. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash on Northern Boulevard.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating an e-bike was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The collision involved impact to the left front bumper of the e-bike. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash involved one other unspecified vehicle traveling straight ahead. The e-bike driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting BAC Limit Reduction▸Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
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City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits,
amny.com,
Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Senator John Liu pushes to drop New York’s legal blood alcohol limit from 0.08 to 0.05. Drunk drivers killed 307 people statewide in 2019. The bill aims to cut deaths. Utah saw fatal crashes fall after a similar move. The message: don’t drink and drive.
On February 7, 2023, Queens State Senator John Liu, representing District 16, publicly supported a bill in the State Legislature to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers from 0.08 to 0.05. The bill’s summary states, 'The 0.05 BAC simply says, don’t drink and drive.' Liu, as the bill’s primary sponsor, emphasized that anyone found with a BAC over 0.05 would be charged with DWI. City Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez joined the push, warning, 'Whether they are at 0.06 or 0.12 or 0.20, the consequences can be deadly.' Drunk driving caused 307 deaths in New York State in 2019, nearly a third of all fatal crashes. Utah’s adoption of a 0.05 BAC limit led to a 20% drop in fatal crashes in its first year. The bill is part of a broader effort to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and passengers from impaired drivers.
- City transportation chief joins state push to lower blood alcohol limits, amny.com, Published 2023-02-07
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Cross Island Parkway▸A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
A BMW SUV struck the rear of an Acura sedan traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s female driver, 29, suffered a head contusion. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping. The SUV’s center back end hit the sedan’s center front end.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW SUV rear-ended a 2015 Acura sedan on Cross Island Parkway. The sedan’s 29-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling north and slowing or stopping before the collision. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end striking the sedan’s center front end. The report lists "Other Vehicular" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors. The sedan driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. No ejection occurred. The SUV driver was licensed in New York; the sedan driver was licensed in Massachusetts.
S 775Liu votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.▸Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
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File S 775,
Open States,
Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.
Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.
- File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-02-01
A 602Braunstein votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 602,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.
Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24
Distracted Drivers Crash Pick-Up Trucks in Queens▸Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Two pick-up trucks smashed on Bell Boulevard. Both drivers distracted. One man hurt, knee and leg battered. Shock set in. Metal twisted at the front. Streets silent after impact.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the main contributing factor. No other factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.
Box Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV was slowing when the truck, following too closely, hit it. A front passenger in the SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on the Long Island Expressway rear-ended a slowing SUV going in the same direction. The collision caused center front-end damage to the truck and center back-end damage to the SUV. A 39-year-old female front passenger in the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors, indicating driver error on the truck's part. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
- File S 840, Open States, Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
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File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
- File S 840, Open States, Published 2023-01-09
68-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Queens U-Turn Crash▸A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.
Teen Driver Injured in Expressway Sedan Crash▸A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
A 19-year-old woman crashed her sedan on the Long Island Expressway. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The car took a hard hit to the left front. No cause named. No other injuries reported.
According to the police report, a 19-year-old female driver was injured while driving a 2021 Tesla sedan eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. She was the sole occupant and suffered injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported in shock. The sedan sustained damage to the center front end, with impact on the left front bumper. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists contributing factors as 'unspecified,' with no driver errors identified. Another vehicle was involved, also traveling eastbound, but no further details were provided.
Rear-End Crash Injures Front Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The rear vehicle struck the front car’s right rear quarter panel. A 40-year-old female front passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close following and driver distraction.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided when the rear vehicle struck the right rear quarter panel of the front car. The front passenger, a 40-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report lists driver errors including "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as contributing factors. The rear vehicle was slowing or stopping, while the front vehicle was going straight ahead. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the rear car and the right rear bumper of the front car.
S 343Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 343,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
Senate bill S 343 seeks a clear, public safety score for cars. The DMV would post these ratings. Lawmakers push for sunlight on danger. Pedestrians face risk. The system aims to expose it.
Senate bill S 343 was proposed on January 4, 2023. It sits in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Creates a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles,' would require the Department of Motor Vehicles to post these ratings online. Primary sponsor Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The measure targets transparency. It puts the danger of cars in plain sight. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 343, Open States, Published 2023-01-04
Rear SUV Slams Into SUV on Expressway▸SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.
SUV crashed into SUV’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Nineteen-year-old woman behind the wheel hurt her neck, went into shock. Police cite tailgating and distraction. Metal twisted. No one else injured.
According to the police report, two SUVs were heading west on the Long Island Expressway when the rear vehicle struck the back of the front SUV. The 19-year-old woman driving the rear SUV suffered neck injuries and shock. She wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The front SUV’s male driver was not hurt. The crash damaged the front of the rear SUV and the back of the front SUV.