Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in University Heights (South)-Morris Heights?
Two Dead, Hundreds Hurt: Speed Kills—Leaders Stall
University Heights (South)-Morris Heights: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 12, 2025
Blood on the Asphalt: Recent Crashes, Fresh Loss
Just last week, two men on scooters were struck and killed on the Bronx River Parkway. Police said, “The men were ejected from their scooters and fatally injured in the collision.” The driver faces charges of vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated. The crash closed the highway for hours. Another day, another family left waiting at a hospital door.
In the past twelve months, this neighborhood saw 204 injuries and 1 death from 284 crashes. Three people suffered serious injuries. The dead do not come back. The injured carry scars you cannot see.
Who Pays the Price?
The numbers do not lie. Cars and trucks killed 3, injured 98, and seriously hurt 3 pedestrians. Motorcycles and mopeds left 10 injured. Bikes, too, are not spared. This is not fate. It is policy, speed, and steel.
Local Leaders: Action and Silence
Some leaders have moved. State Senator Robert Jackson co-sponsored and voted for a bill to require speed limiters for repeat speeders—a step to keep killers off the road. “The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.”
Council Member Pierina Sanchez backed bus lane upgrades and supported a busway on Tremont Avenue, but the city stalled on Fordham Road. Riders still wait in traffic. The street does not forgive delay.
Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia co-sponsored bills for speed limiters and voted to extend school speed zones. She also backed Sammy’s Law, which gives the city power to lower speed limits. But the default speed remains deadly.
The Call: No More Waiting
Every crash is preventable. Every delay is a choice. Call your council member. Call your assembly member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed limiters for repeat offenders. Demand streets where children can cross and live.
Do not wait for another name on the list. Act now.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does University Heights (South)-Morris Heights sit politically?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in University Heights (South)-Morris Heights?
▸ Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ Who are the local leaders for this area?
▸ What recent steps have leaders taken for street safety?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Scooter Riders Killed On Bronx Parkway, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-11
- Scooter Riders Killed On Bronx Parkway, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-11
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642857 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-12
- Two Moped Riders Killed On Parkway, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-11
- Scooter Riders Killed On Bronx Parkway, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-11
- Bronx Parkway Crash Kills Two Riders, amny, Published 2025-08-11
- Two Motorcyclists Killed In Bronx Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-11
- File A 7979, Open States, Published 2023-08-18
- From the Assignment Desk: Open Plans Helps Get You Ready for Tuesday’s Council ‘Vision Zero’ Hearing, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-02-13
- State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-06-01
- Fordham Rd. Still Hell for Bus Riders After Mayor Adams Scrubbed a Better Road Design, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-07-29
- Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-07
- City Proposes Short Busway For Clogged Cross-Bronx Roadway, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-18
Other Representatives
District 86
2175C Jerome Ave., Bronx, NY 10453
Room 551, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 14
2065 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
347-590-2874
250 Broadway, Suite 1816, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7074
District 31
5030 Broadway Suite 701, New York, NY 10034
Room 306, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
University Heights (South)-Morris Heights University Heights (South)-Morris Heights sits in Bronx, Precinct 46, District 14, AD 86, SD 31, Bronx CB5.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for University Heights (South)-Morris Heights
Motorcycle Ejected on Major Deegan Expressway▸A motorcycle driver was ejected after colliding with a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The sedan showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and ejected during a crash on the Major Deegan Expressway. The motorcycle collided with the right rear bumper of a sedan traveling in the same direction. The contributing factor listed was "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the motorcycle driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right rear bumper and overturned. The sedan showed no damage. The rider wore a helmet and was conscious after the crash but suffered contusions and injuries to the shoulder and upper arm. No driver errors were attributed to the sedan driver.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn hit a bicyclist traveling east on University Avenue in the Bronx. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was distracted and following too closely. The cyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northeast on University Avenue in the Bronx made a left turn and collided with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old man, sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan's left front quarter panel struck the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were noted.
2Sedan Overturns After Striking Parked SUV▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan overturned on impact. The 21-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger suffered abrasions and elbow injuries. Police cited driver fatigue as a factor.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Grand Avenue in the Bronx collided with a parked SUV. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 21-year-old male, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to their elbows and lower arms. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as a contributing factor for the driver, indicating driver fatigue led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the sedan was heavily damaged and overturned.
Head-On Crash Shatters Jerome Avenue Calm▸Two bikes met head-on. Steel screamed. A man lay semiconscious, head bleeding, limbs crushed. Both riders distracted. No helmet listed. The street stayed silent. Blood on the pavement. Danger in the air.
Two riders collided head-on on Jerome Avenue. One, a 52-year-old man, suffered severe head and crush injuries. According to the police report, both riders were distracted at the moment of impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor for both vehicles. No helmet use was recorded for the injured man, but this is noted only after the driver errors. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and twisted metal. No other injuries were reported.
SUV Left Turn Hits Northbound Bicyclist▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on University Avenue after an SUV disregarded traffic control and made a left turn. The bike struck the SUV’s front center. The rider suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue involving a northbound bicyclist and a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The impact was at the center front end of the bicycle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist’s injuries were serious enough to be classified as injury severity 3, but he remained conscious. The crash highlights the danger of drivers disregarding traffic controls when turning across bike lanes.
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
Jackson Supports Safety Boosting 24/7 NYC Speed Cameras▸The State Senate backed Sen. Gounardes’s bill to run speed cameras nonstop in city school zones. The vote was 51-12. Supporters cited lives lost to speeding. Opponents called it a cash grab. The Assembly must act before the session ends.
Bill S. (no number given) passed the New York State Senate on June 1, 2022, by a 51-12 vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, reauthorizes and expands New York City’s school-zone speed camera program to operate 24/7. The measure was debated in the Senate, with Sen. Robert Jackson and Gounardes defending it: 'Cars speeding in New York kill New Yorkers, injure New Yorkers.' Gounardes called the cameras 'life-saving.' Opponents, including Sen. Andrew Lanza, dismissed the program as a 'cash register.' Danny Harris of Transportation Alternatives said, 'When New York City’s speed safety cameras turn off, speeding increases and crashes rise.' The bill awaits Assembly action before the legislative session ends.
-
State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-01
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
A motorcycle driver was ejected after colliding with a sedan on the Major Deegan Expressway. The rider suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. The crash involved a reaction to an uninvolved vehicle. The sedan showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and ejected during a crash on the Major Deegan Expressway. The motorcycle collided with the right rear bumper of a sedan traveling in the same direction. The contributing factor listed was "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle," indicating the motorcycle driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right rear bumper and overturned. The sedan showed no damage. The rider wore a helmet and was conscious after the crash but suffered contusions and injuries to the shoulder and upper arm. No driver errors were attributed to the sedan driver.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan making a left turn hit a bicyclist traveling east on University Avenue in the Bronx. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was distracted and following too closely. The cyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northeast on University Avenue in the Bronx made a left turn and collided with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old man, sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan's left front quarter panel struck the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were noted.
2Sedan Overturns After Striking Parked SUV▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan overturned on impact. The 21-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger suffered abrasions and elbow injuries. Police cited driver fatigue as a factor.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Grand Avenue in the Bronx collided with a parked SUV. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 21-year-old male, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to their elbows and lower arms. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as a contributing factor for the driver, indicating driver fatigue led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the sedan was heavily damaged and overturned.
Head-On Crash Shatters Jerome Avenue Calm▸Two bikes met head-on. Steel screamed. A man lay semiconscious, head bleeding, limbs crushed. Both riders distracted. No helmet listed. The street stayed silent. Blood on the pavement. Danger in the air.
Two riders collided head-on on Jerome Avenue. One, a 52-year-old man, suffered severe head and crush injuries. According to the police report, both riders were distracted at the moment of impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor for both vehicles. No helmet use was recorded for the injured man, but this is noted only after the driver errors. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and twisted metal. No other injuries were reported.
SUV Left Turn Hits Northbound Bicyclist▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on University Avenue after an SUV disregarded traffic control and made a left turn. The bike struck the SUV’s front center. The rider suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue involving a northbound bicyclist and a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The impact was at the center front end of the bicycle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist’s injuries were serious enough to be classified as injury severity 3, but he remained conscious. The crash highlights the danger of drivers disregarding traffic controls when turning across bike lanes.
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
Jackson Supports Safety Boosting 24/7 NYC Speed Cameras▸The State Senate backed Sen. Gounardes’s bill to run speed cameras nonstop in city school zones. The vote was 51-12. Supporters cited lives lost to speeding. Opponents called it a cash grab. The Assembly must act before the session ends.
Bill S. (no number given) passed the New York State Senate on June 1, 2022, by a 51-12 vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, reauthorizes and expands New York City’s school-zone speed camera program to operate 24/7. The measure was debated in the Senate, with Sen. Robert Jackson and Gounardes defending it: 'Cars speeding in New York kill New Yorkers, injure New Yorkers.' Gounardes called the cameras 'life-saving.' Opponents, including Sen. Andrew Lanza, dismissed the program as a 'cash register.' Danny Harris of Transportation Alternatives said, 'When New York City’s speed safety cameras turn off, speeding increases and crashes rise.' The bill awaits Assembly action before the legislative session ends.
-
State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-01
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
A sedan making a left turn hit a bicyclist traveling east on University Avenue in the Bronx. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was distracted and following too closely. The cyclist remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling northeast on University Avenue in the Bronx made a left turn and collided with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old man, sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors to the crash. The sedan's left front quarter panel struck the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist's safety equipment status is unknown. The driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors were noted.
2Sedan Overturns After Striking Parked SUV▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan overturned on impact. The 21-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger suffered abrasions and elbow injuries. Police cited driver fatigue as a factor.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Grand Avenue in the Bronx collided with a parked SUV. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 21-year-old male, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to their elbows and lower arms. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as a contributing factor for the driver, indicating driver fatigue led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the sedan was heavily damaged and overturned.
Head-On Crash Shatters Jerome Avenue Calm▸Two bikes met head-on. Steel screamed. A man lay semiconscious, head bleeding, limbs crushed. Both riders distracted. No helmet listed. The street stayed silent. Blood on the pavement. Danger in the air.
Two riders collided head-on on Jerome Avenue. One, a 52-year-old man, suffered severe head and crush injuries. According to the police report, both riders were distracted at the moment of impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor for both vehicles. No helmet use was recorded for the injured man, but this is noted only after the driver errors. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and twisted metal. No other injuries were reported.
SUV Left Turn Hits Northbound Bicyclist▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on University Avenue after an SUV disregarded traffic control and made a left turn. The bike struck the SUV’s front center. The rider suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue involving a northbound bicyclist and a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The impact was at the center front end of the bicycle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist’s injuries were serious enough to be classified as injury severity 3, but he remained conscious. The crash highlights the danger of drivers disregarding traffic controls when turning across bike lanes.
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
Jackson Supports Safety Boosting 24/7 NYC Speed Cameras▸The State Senate backed Sen. Gounardes’s bill to run speed cameras nonstop in city school zones. The vote was 51-12. Supporters cited lives lost to speeding. Opponents called it a cash grab. The Assembly must act before the session ends.
Bill S. (no number given) passed the New York State Senate on June 1, 2022, by a 51-12 vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, reauthorizes and expands New York City’s school-zone speed camera program to operate 24/7. The measure was debated in the Senate, with Sen. Robert Jackson and Gounardes defending it: 'Cars speeding in New York kill New Yorkers, injure New Yorkers.' Gounardes called the cameras 'life-saving.' Opponents, including Sen. Andrew Lanza, dismissed the program as a 'cash register.' Danny Harris of Transportation Alternatives said, 'When New York City’s speed safety cameras turn off, speeding increases and crashes rise.' The bill awaits Assembly action before the legislative session ends.
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State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-01
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
A sedan traveling south struck a parked SUV on Grand Avenue in the Bronx. The sedan overturned on impact. The 21-year-old driver and 23-year-old passenger suffered abrasions and elbow injuries. Police cited driver fatigue as a factor.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Grand Avenue in the Bronx collided with a parked SUV. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 21-year-old male, and his 23-year-old male passenger were both injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to their elbows and lower arms. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the crash. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as a contributing factor for the driver, indicating driver fatigue led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the sedan was heavily damaged and overturned.
Head-On Crash Shatters Jerome Avenue Calm▸Two bikes met head-on. Steel screamed. A man lay semiconscious, head bleeding, limbs crushed. Both riders distracted. No helmet listed. The street stayed silent. Blood on the pavement. Danger in the air.
Two riders collided head-on on Jerome Avenue. One, a 52-year-old man, suffered severe head and crush injuries. According to the police report, both riders were distracted at the moment of impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor for both vehicles. No helmet use was recorded for the injured man, but this is noted only after the driver errors. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and twisted metal. No other injuries were reported.
SUV Left Turn Hits Northbound Bicyclist▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on University Avenue after an SUV disregarded traffic control and made a left turn. The bike struck the SUV’s front center. The rider suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue involving a northbound bicyclist and a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The impact was at the center front end of the bicycle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist’s injuries were serious enough to be classified as injury severity 3, but he remained conscious. The crash highlights the danger of drivers disregarding traffic controls when turning across bike lanes.
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
Jackson Supports Safety Boosting 24/7 NYC Speed Cameras▸The State Senate backed Sen. Gounardes’s bill to run speed cameras nonstop in city school zones. The vote was 51-12. Supporters cited lives lost to speeding. Opponents called it a cash grab. The Assembly must act before the session ends.
Bill S. (no number given) passed the New York State Senate on June 1, 2022, by a 51-12 vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, reauthorizes and expands New York City’s school-zone speed camera program to operate 24/7. The measure was debated in the Senate, with Sen. Robert Jackson and Gounardes defending it: 'Cars speeding in New York kill New Yorkers, injure New Yorkers.' Gounardes called the cameras 'life-saving.' Opponents, including Sen. Andrew Lanza, dismissed the program as a 'cash register.' Danny Harris of Transportation Alternatives said, 'When New York City’s speed safety cameras turn off, speeding increases and crashes rise.' The bill awaits Assembly action before the legislative session ends.
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State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-01
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Two bikes met head-on. Steel screamed. A man lay semiconscious, head bleeding, limbs crushed. Both riders distracted. No helmet listed. The street stayed silent. Blood on the pavement. Danger in the air.
Two riders collided head-on on Jerome Avenue. One, a 52-year-old man, suffered severe head and crush injuries. According to the police report, both riders were distracted at the moment of impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor for both vehicles. No helmet use was recorded for the injured man, but this is noted only after the driver errors. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and twisted metal. No other injuries were reported.
SUV Left Turn Hits Northbound Bicyclist▸A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on University Avenue after an SUV disregarded traffic control and made a left turn. The bike struck the SUV’s front center. The rider suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue involving a northbound bicyclist and a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The impact was at the center front end of the bicycle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist’s injuries were serious enough to be classified as injury severity 3, but he remained conscious. The crash highlights the danger of drivers disregarding traffic controls when turning across bike lanes.
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
Jackson Supports Safety Boosting 24/7 NYC Speed Cameras▸The State Senate backed Sen. Gounardes’s bill to run speed cameras nonstop in city school zones. The vote was 51-12. Supporters cited lives lost to speeding. Opponents called it a cash grab. The Assembly must act before the session ends.
Bill S. (no number given) passed the New York State Senate on June 1, 2022, by a 51-12 vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, reauthorizes and expands New York City’s school-zone speed camera program to operate 24/7. The measure was debated in the Senate, with Sen. Robert Jackson and Gounardes defending it: 'Cars speeding in New York kill New Yorkers, injure New Yorkers.' Gounardes called the cameras 'life-saving.' Opponents, including Sen. Andrew Lanza, dismissed the program as a 'cash register.' Danny Harris of Transportation Alternatives said, 'When New York City’s speed safety cameras turn off, speeding increases and crashes rise.' The bill awaits Assembly action before the legislative session ends.
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State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-01
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
A 32-year-old male bicyclist was injured on University Avenue after an SUV disregarded traffic control and made a left turn. The bike struck the SUV’s front center. The rider suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on University Avenue involving a northbound bicyclist and a westbound SUV making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 32-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The impact was at the center front end of the bicycle. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist’s injuries were serious enough to be classified as injury severity 3, but he remained conscious. The crash highlights the danger of drivers disregarding traffic controls when turning across bike lanes.
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
Jackson Supports Safety Boosting 24/7 NYC Speed Cameras▸The State Senate backed Sen. Gounardes’s bill to run speed cameras nonstop in city school zones. The vote was 51-12. Supporters cited lives lost to speeding. Opponents called it a cash grab. The Assembly must act before the session ends.
Bill S. (no number given) passed the New York State Senate on June 1, 2022, by a 51-12 vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, reauthorizes and expands New York City’s school-zone speed camera program to operate 24/7. The measure was debated in the Senate, with Sen. Robert Jackson and Gounardes defending it: 'Cars speeding in New York kill New Yorkers, injure New Yorkers.' Gounardes called the cameras 'life-saving.' Opponents, including Sen. Andrew Lanza, dismissed the program as a 'cash register.' Danny Harris of Transportation Alternatives said, 'When New York City’s speed safety cameras turn off, speeding increases and crashes rise.' The bill awaits Assembly action before the legislative session ends.
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State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-01
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-06-02
Jackson Supports Safety Boosting 24/7 NYC Speed Cameras▸The State Senate backed Sen. Gounardes’s bill to run speed cameras nonstop in city school zones. The vote was 51-12. Supporters cited lives lost to speeding. Opponents called it a cash grab. The Assembly must act before the session ends.
Bill S. (no number given) passed the New York State Senate on June 1, 2022, by a 51-12 vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, reauthorizes and expands New York City’s school-zone speed camera program to operate 24/7. The measure was debated in the Senate, with Sen. Robert Jackson and Gounardes defending it: 'Cars speeding in New York kill New Yorkers, injure New Yorkers.' Gounardes called the cameras 'life-saving.' Opponents, including Sen. Andrew Lanza, dismissed the program as a 'cash register.' Danny Harris of Transportation Alternatives said, 'When New York City’s speed safety cameras turn off, speeding increases and crashes rise.' The bill awaits Assembly action before the legislative session ends.
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State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-06-01
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
The State Senate backed Sen. Gounardes’s bill to run speed cameras nonstop in city school zones. The vote was 51-12. Supporters cited lives lost to speeding. Opponents called it a cash grab. The Assembly must act before the session ends.
Bill S. (no number given) passed the New York State Senate on June 1, 2022, by a 51-12 vote. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Andrew Gounardes, reauthorizes and expands New York City’s school-zone speed camera program to operate 24/7. The measure was debated in the Senate, with Sen. Robert Jackson and Gounardes defending it: 'Cars speeding in New York kill New Yorkers, injure New Yorkers.' Gounardes called the cameras 'life-saving.' Opponents, including Sen. Andrew Lanza, dismissed the program as a 'cash register.' Danny Harris of Transportation Alternatives said, 'When New York City’s speed safety cameras turn off, speeding increases and crashes rise.' The bill awaits Assembly action before the legislative session ends.
- State Senate Overwhelmingly Supports 24/7 Speed Cameras for the City, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-06-01
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Jackson votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Tapia votes no, opposing expanded speed camera hours and safer streets.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Jackson votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Tapia votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Tapia votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
Taxi Overturns After Left Turn in Bronx▸A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
A taxi making a left turn in the Bronx overturned. A 3-year-old passenger was trapped inside, suffering whole-body injuries and shock. The driver was distracted and had limited view. The child was unrestrained and injured severely.
According to the police report, a 2017 taxi traveling south on Jerome Avenue overturned while making a left turn. The driver was cited for inattention and distraction, compounded by a limited view. A 3-year-old female passenger seated on another's lap was trapped inside the vehicle. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The child was not using any safety equipment. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper. The crash caused the vehicle to overturn, endangering the young occupant. Driver errors included failure to maintain attention and inadequate visibility.
S 1078Jackson votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Jackson votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Backs Into Stopped Car Bronx▸A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
A sedan backed unsafely on Phelan Place. It struck a stopped car. A 23-year-old woman behind the wheel was hurt. She suffered bruises to her knee and leg. Metal crumpled. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a sedan backing unsafely on Phelan Place in the Bronx collided with a northbound sedan that was stopped in traffic. The driver of the stopped vehicle, a 23-year-old woman, suffered contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The impact hit the right front bumper of her car. The report lists "Backing Unsafely" as the contributing factor. The injured driver was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing West Tremont▸A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.
A 20-year-old woman was hit by an eastbound SUV on West Tremont Avenue. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver was distracted and failed to react properly, causing serious injury off the crosswalk.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old female pedestrian was crossing West Tremont Avenue outside a crosswalk when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV traveling east. The impact occurred on the vehicle's right front quarter panel, injuring the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot with fractures and dislocations. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead but was inattentive and distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered serious injuries. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.