Jan 30 - Senate bill S 3832 orders advanced safety tech in all New York vehicles. DMV must set rules. Sponsors push for stricter standards. No direct safety impact analysis for pedestrians or cyclists yet.

Senate bill S 3832, now in sponsorship, demands advanced safety technology in all vehicles statewide. The bill instructs the DMV commissioner to create new rules. Filed January 30, 2025. The matter: 'Mandates the use of advanced safety technology in vehicles in the state.' Sponsors are Brad Hoylman-Sigal (primary), Michael Gianaris, and Kristen Gonzalez. No safety analyst has reviewed the bill's impact on vulnerable road users. The measure aims to raise standards but leaves details to future regulations.

• File S 3832, Open States, Published 2025-01-30

Jan 29 - A distracted driver slammed into a stopped pick-up truck on 30 Ave in Queens. The impact involved multiple SUVs and left the driver in shock with unspecified injuries. The collision exposed dangers of inattention and tailgating on city streets.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 30 Ave in Queens around 1:00 PM. The driver of a 2019 Dodge SUV was traveling westbound when he rear-ended a stopped 2023 Ford pick-up truck. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The impact was centered on the front end of the Dodge SUV and the back end of the pick-up truck. Another parked 2018 Toyota SUV was also struck on its left front bumper. The driver of the Dodge SUV, a 52-year-old male, was wearing a lap belt and suffered unspecified injuries and shock but was not ejected. The report highlights driver errors—distraction and tailgating—as primary causes, without attributing fault to any other parties.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791152 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jan 24 - Two eastbound vehicles collided on 34th Street in Queens. The sedan struck the SUV on the right side doors, injuring the female sedan driver with back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and distraction as causes.

According to the police report, at 8:11 AM on 34th Street in Queens, a collision occurred involving a 2025 Acura sedan and a 2004 GMC SUV, both traveling eastbound. The sedan impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. The sedan's female driver, aged 37, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. The report identifies 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision's point of impact and the cited driver errors highlight systemic risks related to driver skill and focus, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789174 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.

According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.

• Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-01-22

Jan 21 - A 35-year-old man suffered chest injuries after an SUV struck him at a Queens intersection. The driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, causing the collision. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when hit, sustaining bruises and contusions.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 28 Ave and 35 St in Queens at 6:50 PM. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when he was struck by a 2020 Jeep SUV traveling westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage in the same area. The driver, licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead, reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which contributed to the collision. The pedestrian suffered chest contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the driver’s contributing factor. The pedestrian’s action of crossing against the signal is noted but not assigned as a cause. This crash highlights driver reaction errors in complex traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789025 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.

Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16

Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.

Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 131, Open States, Published 2025-01-08

Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 1077 pushes for streets built for people, not just cars. Dozens of lawmakers back safer roads. The bill stands at sponsorship. No vote yet. Vulnerable users wait for action.

Assembly bill A 1077, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 8, 2025, the bill sits in committee. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 60 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Robert C. Carroll, and Catalina Cruz. No votes have been cast. The bill's language centers all road users, not just drivers. No safety analyst has yet assessed its impact on vulnerable road users. The measure signals intent but action remains pending.

• File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08

Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 324 demands complete street design for state- and federally-funded projects. Sponsors push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars. Safety for all hangs in the balance.

Assembly Bill A 324 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, drivers—when building or upgrading roads. Didi Barrett leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Amy Paulin, and many others. The bill also directs the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note yet, but the measure’s intent is clear: streets should protect the most vulnerable, not just move traffic.

• File A 324, Open States, Published 2025-01-08

Jan 8 - Assembly bill A 803 aims to keep cars out of bike lanes. Cameras would catch violators. Streets could clear. Cyclists might breathe easier. Lawmakers back the crackdown. The fight for safe passage continues.

Assembly bill A 803, now in sponsorship, proposes a bicycle lane safety program for New York City. It would enforce restrictions on bike lane use with photo devices. The bill summary reads: 'Establishes in the city of New York a bicycle lane safety program to enforce certain restrictions on the use of bicycle lanes and/or protected bicycle lanes by means of bicycle lane photo devices.' Primary sponsor Zohran Mamdani leads, joined by Brian Cunningham, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Harvey Epstein, Amy Paulin, and others. The bill was introduced January 8, 2025. No safety analyst note was provided. The measure targets drivers who block or endanger cyclists.

• File A 803, Open States, Published 2025-01-08

Jan 3 - Congestion pricing hits Manhattan at midnight. Cars pay to cross south of 60th. Lawmakers split. Some call it a burden. Others hail cleaner air, safer streets, and better transit. The toll stirs anger, hope, and a fight over who pays and who breathes.

On January 3, 2025, congestion pricing (no bill number cited) will begin in Manhattan after a federal judge allowed the toll to proceed. The policy charges most drivers $9 to enter south of 60th Street during peak hours. The matter, titled 'Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll,' has drawn sharp lines. Council Member Robert F. Holden (District 30, Queens) opposes the toll, warning, 'I don't know how my district is going to be impacted.' He fears more cars parking in Queens and unclear pollution risks. Council Member Kristy Marmorato (Bronx) calls it a 'cash grab.' In contrast, State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas support the measure, citing cleaner air, safer streets, and transit upgrades. González-Rojas says, 'Congestion pricing isn't about penalizing anyone—it's about modernizing our transportation system and tackling climate change.' The judge ordered further study on environmental impacts, but the toll begins as scheduled.

• Congestion pricing set to begin at midnight Sunday as federal judge clears path for Manhattan toll, amny.com, Published 2025-01-03

Dec 28 - A 25-year-old man on a bike struck on Broadway. Driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. Bicyclist suffered hip and leg bruises. Night air, hard impact, blood on the street.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Broadway in Queens at 23:25. The crash involved a westbound bike and another vehicle. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg and was conscious at the scene. The impact struck the right side doors of the bike. No victim actions contributed to the crash. Driver errors—disregarding traffic control and failing to yield—created the danger that led to injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782380 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Dec 25 - A 31-year-old man suffered head injuries after a sedan struck him while crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal in Queens. The driver’s aggressive driving contributed to the collision, causing bruising and trauma to the pedestrian’s head.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:46 in Queens near 31-11 30 Avenue. A 31-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal when a 2022 Honda sedan traveling west struck him on the left side doors. The pedestrian sustained head injuries classified as contusions and bruises and remained conscious after the impact. The report cites aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors linked to the vehicle driver. The sedan was previously parked before the collision and had damage to its left side doors. There is no indication of pedestrian fault or contributing factors from the victim. The driver was licensed in New York. This crash highlights the dangers posed by aggressive driver behavior in pedestrian-involved collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4781538 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Dec 25 - A motorbike and sedan collided head-on on Steinway Street in Queens. The motorbike driver, a 21-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a contributing factor. The motorbike sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:15 on Steinway Street in Queens. The collision involved a motorbike traveling south and a sedan traveling north, both going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The motorbike driver, a 21-year-old male occupant, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was not ejected from the vehicle. The police report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead with no damage reported to the sedan. The motorbike sustained center front end damage. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787399 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Dec 25 - On Christmas, Streetsblog and Streetfilms released a film showing the year’s wins for livable streets. The montage honors advocates and city leaders. It marks progress for safer roads. The message is clear: change is possible. The fight for safer streets continues.

This advocacy piece, published December 25, 2024, by Streetsblog NYC, is not a council bill but a year-end reflection on the livable streets movement. The article, titled 'On Christmas, Let’s Consider the Successes of the Livable Streets Movement,' features a short film by Clarence Eckerson Jr. and highlights the work of groups like OpenPlans, Streetfilms, and StreetsblogNYC. Mayor Adams, Zohran Mamdani, Vickie Paladino, Ydanis Rodriguez, and Governor Kathy Hochul are named as figures in the year’s news. The film and article celebrate progress in street safety and sustainable transportation, showing that advocacy can bring real change for vulnerable road users. No direct safety analyst note is included, but the message is one of hope and continued struggle for safer streets.

• On Christmas, Let’s Consider the Successes of the Livable Streets Movement, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-12-25

Dec 24 - A taxi struck the back of a sedan traveling east on 28 Avenue in Queens. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead at impact.

According to the police report, at 17:06 on 28 Avenue in Queens, a taxi rear-ended a sedan. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound and moving straight ahead before the collision. The point of impact was the center front end of the taxi and the center back end of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 52-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4784725 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Dec 23 - A northbound SUV struck a parked sedan from behind on 31st Street in Queens. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as factors. The SUV driver held only a learner's permit.

According to the police report, at 15:54 on 31st Street in Queens, a northbound Dodge SUV with a driver holding a learner's permit rear-ended a parked Ford sedan. The point of impact was the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 35-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain attention. The SUV sustained no damage, while the sedan was damaged at the rear. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The collision underscores risks posed by distracted driving and inexperienced drivers operating vehicles on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780995 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Dec 19 - Council moves to test bold pavement markings at crash sites. Five spots per borough. Focus: places where drivers have killed or maimed. Report to follow. Streets marked for danger.

Int 1154-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024. The bill orders a pilot for high visibility pavement markings—at least five locations per borough. The city must target streets with high injury or fatality counts from bad driving. The matter title reads: 'establishing a high visibility pavement marking pilot program.' Council Member Yusef Salaam leads, joined by Menin, De La Rosa, Brooks-Powers, Cabán, Brannan, and Hanif. The law demands a report on results and challenges. The aim: mark danger, force drivers to see, and push the city to act where blood has already been spilled.

• File Int 1154-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-19

Dec 17 - A sedan traveling east on 31st Street struck a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive, according to the police report.

According to the police report, at 18:11 in Queens, a 2022 Mazda sedan traveling east on 31st Street collided with a 41-year-old female pedestrian crossing at an intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but was not cited for any contributing behavior. The crash highlights systemic danger from driver inattention and failure to yield to lawful pedestrian crossings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4780498 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18

Dec 5 - Council bill bars cars from blocking crosswalks. No standing or parking within 20 feet. City must install daylighting barriers at 1,000 intersections yearly. Streets clear. Sightlines open. Danger cut.

Int 1138-2024, now laid over in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced December 5, 2024. The bill states: “prohibiting standing or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.” Council Member Erik D. Bottcher leads, joined by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams and over two dozen co-sponsors. The law orders the Department of Transportation to install daylighting barriers at a minimum of 1,000 intersections each year, up from 100. The city must also run outreach and education. The bill aims to keep crosswalks clear, improve visibility, and protect people on foot and bike. No more hiding behind parked cars. The committee laid the bill over on April 21, 2025.

• File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05