Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Sunnyside Yards (North)?
No More Limps: Demand 20 MPH Before Sunnyside Bleeds Again
Sunnyside Yards (North): Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 6, 2025
The Numbers Behind the Pain
No one died in Sunnyside Yards (North) this past year. But the numbers do not comfort. Seventy-nine people were hurt in 103 crashes in the last twelve months alone. Not one was called a serious injury, but pain lingers. Limps last. The body remembers. See the NYC Open Data.
Crashes do not spare the young. Three children were injured. The most battered age group: 35 to 44, with 27 injuries. The streets do not care who you are. They take what they want.
The Machines That Hit
Cars and trucks did most of the harm. In the last three years, they killed two people and left dozens more bleeding. Bikes and mopeds were not spared either. One cyclist was killed. Trucks, sedans, SUVs, bikes—they all left marks. The street is a battlefield, and the weapons are steel and speed.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
City Hall claims progress. They point to new speed cameras, intersection redesigns, and the passage of Sammy’s Law, which lets the city lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the limit has not dropped yet. The law sits unused. The cameras need Albany’s blessing to keep running. Each delay is another roll of the dice.
No local leader has stood up to demand more for Sunnyside Yards (North). No council member has called for urgent redesigns or a citywide 20 mph limit. The silence is loud. The danger is louder.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. This is policy. Every injury is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Demand the 20 mph limit. Demand real protection for people walking and biking. Do not wait for the next crash. Do not let another family join the count.
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District 26
37-04 Queens Boulevard, Suite 205, Long Island City, NY 11101
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212-788-6975
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Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Sunnyside Yards (North) Sunnyside Yards (North) sits in Queens, Precinct 114, District 26, AD 37, SD 12, Queens CB1.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Sunnyside Yards (North)
Sedan Strikes Cyclist in Queens Turn▸A sedan turned right on Northern Boulevard. It struck a cyclist. The rider flew from his bike. He landed hard. His shoulder and arm took the blow. Police cited failure to yield and bad lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Northern Boulevard in Queens struck a bicyclist traveling west. The impact ejected the cyclist, a 44-year-old man, who suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist wore a helmet. The sedan showed no damage. The bike was damaged at the center front end. The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt.
Improper Turn Injures Driver on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. One driver turned improperly, striking another car’s rear. A 52-year-old man suffered shoulder injuries and burns. Both vehicles took heavy damage. Shock followed the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens. Both cars traveled east when one driver turned improperly, hitting the right rear quarter panel of the other sedan. The impact left a 52-year-old male driver with shoulder and upper arm injuries and minor burns. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear panels. The injured driver experienced shock. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning right hit a bicyclist riding west on 33 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The cyclist was unhelmeted and in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north made a right turn onto 33 Street and collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with upper arm trauma and minor bleeding. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The sedan's right front quarter panel struck the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered shock from the impact. The sedan driver was licensed; the cyclist was unlicensed. The crash occurred in Queens near Northern Boulevard.
Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist in Queens▸A taxi struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist on 37 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi was parked before the collision. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi parked on 37 Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling west. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The taxi's right side doors were impacted, and the bike's center front end was damaged. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The taxi driver failed to maintain proper lane usage or passing protocol. The bicyclist was not ejected and no safety equipment status was reported. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider suffered an upper arm injury and abrasion. Both moved west. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The cyclist stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan collided with a bicyclist on Northern Boulevard near 37 Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old cyclist was injured in the upper arm and sustained an abrasion. Both the sedan and the bike were traveling west when the crash occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was wearing a motorcycle helmet, but helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits E-Bike in Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-bike traveling southwest on 31 Street near 40 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 31 Street made a left turn and collided with an e-bike moving southwest. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old male, sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as disregarding traffic control and driver inattention or distraction. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. No safety equipment was noted for the injured e-bike driver. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to obey traffic signals and remain attentive while turning.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸A motorcycle struck a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The female motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was making a right turn. The crash caused bruising and shock. Unsafe lane changing played a role.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a sedan making a right turn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing. The motorcyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and male. The motorcycle's front center impacted the sedan's left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and failure to yield in Queens traffic.
A 8936Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A sedan turned right on Northern Boulevard. It struck a cyclist. The rider flew from his bike. He landed hard. His shoulder and arm took the blow. Police cited failure to yield and bad lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on Northern Boulevard in Queens struck a bicyclist traveling west. The impact ejected the cyclist, a 44-year-old man, who suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Police listed driver errors: failure to yield right-of-way and improper passing or lane usage. The cyclist wore a helmet. The sedan showed no damage. The bike was damaged at the center front end. The crash left the cyclist conscious but hurt.
Improper Turn Injures Driver on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. One driver turned improperly, striking another car’s rear. A 52-year-old man suffered shoulder injuries and burns. Both vehicles took heavy damage. Shock followed the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens. Both cars traveled east when one driver turned improperly, hitting the right rear quarter panel of the other sedan. The impact left a 52-year-old male driver with shoulder and upper arm injuries and minor burns. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear panels. The injured driver experienced shock. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning right hit a bicyclist riding west on 33 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The cyclist was unhelmeted and in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north made a right turn onto 33 Street and collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with upper arm trauma and minor bleeding. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The sedan's right front quarter panel struck the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered shock from the impact. The sedan driver was licensed; the cyclist was unlicensed. The crash occurred in Queens near Northern Boulevard.
Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist in Queens▸A taxi struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist on 37 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi was parked before the collision. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi parked on 37 Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling west. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The taxi's right side doors were impacted, and the bike's center front end was damaged. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The taxi driver failed to maintain proper lane usage or passing protocol. The bicyclist was not ejected and no safety equipment status was reported. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider suffered an upper arm injury and abrasion. Both moved west. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The cyclist stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan collided with a bicyclist on Northern Boulevard near 37 Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old cyclist was injured in the upper arm and sustained an abrasion. Both the sedan and the bike were traveling west when the crash occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was wearing a motorcycle helmet, but helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits E-Bike in Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-bike traveling southwest on 31 Street near 40 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 31 Street made a left turn and collided with an e-bike moving southwest. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old male, sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as disregarding traffic control and driver inattention or distraction. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. No safety equipment was noted for the injured e-bike driver. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to obey traffic signals and remain attentive while turning.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸A motorcycle struck a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The female motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was making a right turn. The crash caused bruising and shock. Unsafe lane changing played a role.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a sedan making a right turn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing. The motorcyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and male. The motorcycle's front center impacted the sedan's left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and failure to yield in Queens traffic.
A 8936Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. One driver turned improperly, striking another car’s rear. A 52-year-old man suffered shoulder injuries and burns. Both vehicles took heavy damage. Shock followed the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard in Queens. Both cars traveled east when one driver turned improperly, hitting the right rear quarter panel of the other sedan. The impact left a 52-year-old male driver with shoulder and upper arm injuries and minor burns. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front and rear panels. The injured driver experienced shock. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning right hit a bicyclist riding west on 33 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The cyclist was unhelmeted and in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north made a right turn onto 33 Street and collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with upper arm trauma and minor bleeding. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The sedan's right front quarter panel struck the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered shock from the impact. The sedan driver was licensed; the cyclist was unlicensed. The crash occurred in Queens near Northern Boulevard.
Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist in Queens▸A taxi struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist on 37 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi was parked before the collision. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi parked on 37 Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling west. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The taxi's right side doors were impacted, and the bike's center front end was damaged. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The taxi driver failed to maintain proper lane usage or passing protocol. The bicyclist was not ejected and no safety equipment status was reported. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider suffered an upper arm injury and abrasion. Both moved west. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The cyclist stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan collided with a bicyclist on Northern Boulevard near 37 Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old cyclist was injured in the upper arm and sustained an abrasion. Both the sedan and the bike were traveling west when the crash occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was wearing a motorcycle helmet, but helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits E-Bike in Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-bike traveling southwest on 31 Street near 40 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 31 Street made a left turn and collided with an e-bike moving southwest. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old male, sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as disregarding traffic control and driver inattention or distraction. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. No safety equipment was noted for the injured e-bike driver. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to obey traffic signals and remain attentive while turning.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸A motorcycle struck a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The female motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was making a right turn. The crash caused bruising and shock. Unsafe lane changing played a role.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a sedan making a right turn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing. The motorcyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and male. The motorcycle's front center impacted the sedan's left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and failure to yield in Queens traffic.
A 8936Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A sedan turning right hit a bicyclist riding west on 33 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The cyclist was unhelmeted and in shock.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north made a right turn onto 33 Street and collided with a westbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man, was injured with upper arm trauma and minor bleeding. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet. The sedan's right front quarter panel struck the bike's left front bumper. The bicyclist was not ejected but suffered shock from the impact. The sedan driver was licensed; the cyclist was unlicensed. The crash occurred in Queens near Northern Boulevard.
Taxi Strikes 16-Year-Old Bicyclist in Queens▸A taxi struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist on 37 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi was parked before the collision. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi parked on 37 Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling west. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The taxi's right side doors were impacted, and the bike's center front end was damaged. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The taxi driver failed to maintain proper lane usage or passing protocol. The bicyclist was not ejected and no safety equipment status was reported. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider suffered an upper arm injury and abrasion. Both moved west. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The cyclist stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan collided with a bicyclist on Northern Boulevard near 37 Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old cyclist was injured in the upper arm and sustained an abrasion. Both the sedan and the bike were traveling west when the crash occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was wearing a motorcycle helmet, but helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits E-Bike in Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-bike traveling southwest on 31 Street near 40 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 31 Street made a left turn and collided with an e-bike moving southwest. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old male, sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as disregarding traffic control and driver inattention or distraction. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. No safety equipment was noted for the injured e-bike driver. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to obey traffic signals and remain attentive while turning.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸A motorcycle struck a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The female motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was making a right turn. The crash caused bruising and shock. Unsafe lane changing played a role.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a sedan making a right turn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing. The motorcyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and male. The motorcycle's front center impacted the sedan's left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and failure to yield in Queens traffic.
A 8936Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A taxi struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist on 37 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The taxi was parked before the collision. Improper lane usage caused the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi parked on 37 Street in Queens struck a 16-year-old male bicyclist traveling west. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The taxi's right side doors were impacted, and the bike's center front end was damaged. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The taxi driver failed to maintain proper lane usage or passing protocol. The bicyclist was not ejected and no safety equipment status was reported. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider suffered an upper arm injury and abrasion. Both moved west. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The cyclist stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan collided with a bicyclist on Northern Boulevard near 37 Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old cyclist was injured in the upper arm and sustained an abrasion. Both the sedan and the bike were traveling west when the crash occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was wearing a motorcycle helmet, but helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits E-Bike in Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-bike traveling southwest on 31 Street near 40 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 31 Street made a left turn and collided with an e-bike moving southwest. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old male, sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as disregarding traffic control and driver inattention or distraction. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. No safety equipment was noted for the injured e-bike driver. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to obey traffic signals and remain attentive while turning.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸A motorcycle struck a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The female motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was making a right turn. The crash caused bruising and shock. Unsafe lane changing played a role.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a sedan making a right turn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing. The motorcyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and male. The motorcycle's front center impacted the sedan's left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and failure to yield in Queens traffic.
A 8936Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A sedan struck a cyclist on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rider suffered an upper arm injury and abrasion. Both moved west. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The cyclist stayed conscious, not ejected.
According to the police report, a sedan collided with a bicyclist on Northern Boulevard near 37 Avenue in Queens. The 25-year-old cyclist was injured in the upper arm and sustained an abrasion. Both the sedan and the bike were traveling west when the crash occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The cyclist was wearing a motorcycle helmet, but helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits E-Bike in Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-bike traveling southwest on 31 Street near 40 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 31 Street made a left turn and collided with an e-bike moving southwest. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old male, sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as disregarding traffic control and driver inattention or distraction. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. No safety equipment was noted for the injured e-bike driver. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to obey traffic signals and remain attentive while turning.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸A motorcycle struck a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The female motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was making a right turn. The crash caused bruising and shock. Unsafe lane changing played a role.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a sedan making a right turn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing. The motorcyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and male. The motorcycle's front center impacted the sedan's left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and failure to yield in Queens traffic.
A 8936Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A sedan making a left turn struck an e-bike traveling southwest on 31 Street near 40 Avenue. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 31 Street made a left turn and collided with an e-bike moving southwest. The e-bike driver, a 22-year-old male, sustained an upper arm and shoulder contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the sedan driver’s errors as disregarding traffic control and driver inattention or distraction. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the sedan and the center front end of the e-bike. No safety equipment was noted for the injured e-bike driver. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to obey traffic signals and remain attentive while turning.
Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸A motorcycle struck a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The female motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was making a right turn. The crash caused bruising and shock. Unsafe lane changing played a role.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a sedan making a right turn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing. The motorcyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and male. The motorcycle's front center impacted the sedan's left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and failure to yield in Queens traffic.
A 8936Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A motorcycle struck a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The female motorcyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan driver was making a right turn. The crash caused bruising and shock. Unsafe lane changing played a role.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a sedan making a right turn. The motorcyclist, a 34-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Lane Changing. The motorcyclist was not wearing safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and male. The motorcycle's front center impacted the sedan's left side doors, damaging both vehicles. The motorcyclist was not ejected but suffered shock and bruising. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe lane changes and failure to yield in Queens traffic.
A 8936Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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 5602Gianaris 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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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 5602GIANARIS co-sponsors bill extending school zone 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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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 5602Gianaris 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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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 5602Gianaris 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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris 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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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
Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 66-year-old driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The driver was conscious and restrained at the time of impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard near Newtown Road in Queens. The 66-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The collision involved impact to the left side doors of one sedan and the front center end of the other. No ejections occurred. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the driver errors noted.
Van Hits Parked SUV in Queens▸A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A van struck a parked SUV on 37 Avenue in Queens. The van driver, a 22-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an elbow injury. Alcohol was involved. The SUV was damaged on the left side doors. No one was ejected.
According to the police report, a van traveling northeast on 37 Avenue collided with a parked SUV, impacting its left rear quarter panel and left side doors. The van's 22-year-old male driver, who held a learner's permit, was injured with abrasions and an elbow-lower-arm-hand injury and was in shock. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The van driver’s license status was a permit, and no other driver errors were specified. The SUV had no occupants at the time. No victims were ejected from the vehicles. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left side doors and the van’s left front bumper.
Box Truck Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard▸A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A box truck turning right struck a bicyclist going straight on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 58-year-old rider was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The truck showed no damage. Police cited failure to yield and passing too closely.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The 58-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion. The report lists the truck driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor, along with passing too closely. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. The box truck showed no damage, indicating the impact was centered on its front end. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.
S 1078Gianaris 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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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 5130Gianaris 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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
A Dodge SUV turned left at 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. Its bumper hit an 89-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She fell. Blood pooled. Her head struck the ground. She never woke up.
An 89-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 48th Street and Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, a Dodge SUV made a left turn and its bumper struck the woman as she crossed with the signal. The impact caused her to fall, resulting in head trauma and internal injuries. She was found unconscious and did not survive. The police report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The data shows the pedestrian was following the signal at the intersection. No driver errors are specified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.