About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 6
▸ Crush Injuries 6
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 2
▸ Whiplash 22
▸ Contusion/Bruise 66
▸ Abrasion 29
▸ Pain/Nausea 25
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseQueens Boulevard, again
Sunnyside: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 11, 2025
A driver in a 2024 Chevy pickup turned left at Queens Boulevard and 41st Street and hit a woman in the crosswalk on Oct 6. Police recorded failure to yield and driver distraction by the driver; the woman was crossing with the signal (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- On Sept 26, a person walking was hit by a moped on Queens Boulevard at 45th Street (NYC Open Data).
- On Sept 22, a man on a bike was hit by an SUV at 51st Street and 43rd Avenue (NYC Open Data).
- On Sept 16, a driver making a left in a sedan hit a person walking with the signal at 36th Street and 48th Avenue (NYC Open Data).
The toll in Sunnyside
Since 2022, Sunnyside has recorded 2,590 crashes, 1,601 injuries, and 6 deaths (NYC Open Data).
Injuries spike around the school and commute hours. The city data show 88 injuries around 8 AM and 105 around 2 PM in this area’s crash history (NYC Open Data).
Police reports here keep naming the same driver errors: failure to yield, distraction, aggressive driving. They show up again and again in injury crashes in this neighborhood (NYC Open Data).
Corners we already know
Two corridors stand out as repeat hotspots in the data: the Long Island Expressway and Greenpoint Avenue. The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway and Borden Avenue also carry heavy injury counts in this area’s record (NYC Open Data).
These are places where turning drivers meet people crossing. Daylighting crosswalks, hardening turns, and adding protected time for people walking are direct answers to those patterns. Council Member Julie Won backs a citywide push to ban parking within 20 feet of crosswalks. “Universal daylighting and hardening at intersections will keep all New Yorkers safe whether they are driving, walking or biking,” she said (AMNY).
The worst drivers, checked
A small number of drivers do the most harm. Albany has a bill to stop them. Senate bill S 4045 and Assembly bill A 2299 would require intelligent speed limiters for drivers who rack up 11 DMV points in 24 months or 6 speed- or red‑light‑camera tickets in 12 months (Open States).
Your state team here has moved: State Senator Michael Gianaris co‑sponsored S 4045 and voted yes twice in June 2025 committee actions (Open States). Assembly Member Claire Valdez co‑sponsors A 2299 to mandate those speed limiters (Open States). The Council has the daylighting bill in play; Won is on it (City & State NY; AMNY).
What happens next
The pattern in Sunnyside is plain: left turns over people, crosswalks blocked by parked cars, and drivers not yielding. Daylight the corners. Harden the turns. Give walkers the first move. And pass the speed‑limiter bills.
If you want these fixes faster, take one step now. Tell City Hall and Albany to act /take_action/.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-11
- NYC to lose 300,000 parking spots in City Council bid to boost street safety, AMNY, Published 2025-08-03
- NYC Council Progressive Caucus to make push for universal daylighting in 2025, City & State NY, Published 2025-07-30
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Claire Valdez
District 37
Council Member Julie Won
District 26
State Senator Michael Gianaris
District 12
▸ Other Geographies
Sunnyside Sunnyside sits in Queens, Precinct 108, District 26, AD 37, SD 12, Queens CB2.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Sunnyside
12S 5677
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 12 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
-
File S 5677,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-12
12S 6815
Gianaris votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Jun 12 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-12
12S 8344
Gianaris votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 12 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-12
11S 4045
Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 4045
Gianaris votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7678
Gianaris votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 12 - Lawmakers back speed cameras near Schenectady schools. The bill passed both chambers. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program ends in 2030. Streets near schools may get safer. The vote was not unanimous.
Senate Bill S 5677, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Schenectady,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The Senate passed it on June 12, with primary sponsor James Tedisco (District 44) and co-sponsor Patricia Fahy (District 46) leading the push. The Assembly approved it on June 13. The bill sets up automated speed enforcement near schools and sunsets December 31, 2030. The measure aims to catch speeding drivers near children. Some lawmakers voted no, but most supported the move. No formal safety analyst note was provided, but the bill targets a known danger zone for vulnerable road users.
- File S 5677, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
12S 6815
Gianaris votes yes to exempt some employees from bus lane rules.▸Jun 12 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
-
File S 6815,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-12
12S 8344
Gianaris votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 12 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-12
11S 4045
Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 4045
Gianaris votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7678
Gianaris votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 12 - Senate and Assembly clear S 6815. MTA workers get a pass for driving in bus lanes while on duty. Law shields agency vehicles from tickets. Streets grow more crowded. Vulnerable users face more risk.
Bill S 6815, titled 'Relates to bus lane restrictions in New York city,' passed the Senate on June 12, 2025, and the Assembly on June 13, 2025. The bill states, 'it shall be a defense to any prosecution for a violation of a bus lane restriction ... when an employee of the metropolitan transportation authority is performing authorized duties.' Sponsored by Senator Leroy Comrie and co-sponsored by Nathalia Fernandez, the measure exempts MTA employees from bus lane tickets while working. No safety analysis was provided. The bill opens bus lanes to more agency vehicles, crowding space meant for buses, cyclists, and pedestrians.
- File S 6815, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
12S 8344
Gianaris votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 12 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-12
11S 4045
Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 4045
Gianaris votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7678
Gianaris votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 12 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
11S 4045
Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 4045
Gianaris votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7678
Gianaris votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
11S 4045
Gianaris votes yes in committee, boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.▸Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
-
File S 4045,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7678
Gianaris votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 11 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.
Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
11S 7678
Gianaris votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 7678,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.
Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 7678, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
- File S 7785, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
11S 7785
Gianaris votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.▸Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
-
File S 7785,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.
Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.
- File S 7785, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
10S 8117
Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
-
File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
- File S 8117, Open States, Published 2025-06-10
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
- File S 915, Open States, Published 2025-06-09
9S 915
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
-
File S 915,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.
Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.
- File S 915, Open States, Published 2025-06-09
7
Ambulance Rear-Ends Sedan on BQE, Multiple Hurt▸Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 7 - Ambulance struck sedan’s rear on the BQE. Passengers jolted, necks and chests battered. Shock and pain followed. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and flesh took the blow.
An FDNY ambulance crashed into the rear of a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Several passengers suffered injuries to the neck, chest, back, and head. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left multiple occupants in shock and pain. The data shows no mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus, especially on high-speed city roads.
3
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
-
Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
31
Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
30
SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
Jun 3 - Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
- Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-03
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan Into Parked SUV▸May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
May 31 - A sedan struck a parked SUV on 43rd Street. Two men suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Impact was sharp, sudden, avoidable.
A sedan traveling south on 43rd Street collided with a parked SUV near 50th Avenue in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 54 and 27, were injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the main contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper struck the SUV's left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two others, including a 77-year-old woman and an infant, with unspecified injuries. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Rear-Ended on Greenpoint Avenue Injures Two▸May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
May 30 - A stopped SUV took a hard hit from behind on Greenpoint Avenue. Two women inside were hurt. The crash left one with neck pain. Both stayed conscious. Impact struck the SUV’s rear.
A station wagon or SUV was stopped in traffic on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens when another vehicle struck it from behind. According to the police report, the SUV was hit at the center back end. Two women inside, aged 18 and 50, were injured. The driver suffered neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data.
19
Improper Turn on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
May 19 - Two SUVs collided on Queens Blvd. One driver suffered back injuries. Police cite improper turning and lane use. Metal twisted. Streets stayed busy.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at Queens Blvd and 37th Street in Queens. A 34-year-old driver was injured, suffering back and internal injuries. According to the police report, the collision involved improper turning and improper lane usage. The impact struck the left front bumper of one SUV and the right side doors of the other. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited in the report.
16
Rear-End Crash on Borden Avenue Injures Driver▸May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
May 16 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Impact was sharp. Streets stayed dangerous.
A crash involving two sedans took place on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the back and experienced shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling east when the collision occurred, with one sedan striking the other from behind. Police also note 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a factor for those involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt in this incident.
10
Bicyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision▸May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
May 10 - A sedan struck a cyclist on 47 Ave. The impact gashed her leg. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed open. Metal met flesh. The city moved on.
A sedan and a bike collided on 47 Ave in Queens. The crash left a 38-year-old woman on the bike injured, with abrasions and wounds to her lower leg. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan driver was not injured. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
7
Distracted Drivers Injure Two on BQE-LIE Merge▸May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
May 7 - Two men hurt in a crash on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles collided on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway at the Long Island Expressway. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 44-year-old front passenger suffered head and internal injuries. A 32-year-old driver sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.
6S 4804
Gianaris votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06