Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Forest Hills?
Forest Hills Bleeds: Speed Kills, Leaders Stall
Forest Hills: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Don’t Lie
One death. Five serious injuries. 631 people hurt. That is the toll of traffic violence in Forest Hills since 2022. These are not just numbers—they are bodies broken, lives changed. In the last year alone, 212 people were injured here. Four suffered injuries so severe they may never walk the same again. No one died in the last twelve months, but luck will not hold.
Who Pays the Price
Pedestrians and cyclists take the brunt. An 18-year-old was killed by an SUV on the Long Island Expressway. A 16-year-old girl, crossing with the light, was struck by a bus on Yellowstone Boulevard. A cyclist’s face was torn open in a crash with a van on 108th Street. These are not rare events—they are the drumbeat of daily life in Forest Hills. See the data.
The Vehicles That Wound and Kill
SUVs, sedans, trucks, buses, bikes, mopeds. In Forest Hills, SUVs and cars caused the only death and most serious injuries. Trucks and buses left two people with life-altering wounds. Bikes and mopeds hurt others. The street does not forgive mistakes, and the biggest machines do the most harm.
What Has Been Done—And What Hasn’t
Local leaders talk of Vision Zero. The city touts new speed limits, more cameras, and intersection redesigns. But in Forest Hills, the carnage continues. The numbers do not move fast enough. The city has the power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. It has not used it here. Cameras catch speeders, but only where they are installed. The rest of the streets are left to chance.
The Call
This is not fate. Every injury, every death, is preventable. Demand more. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Tell them to lower the speed limit, build real protection for people on foot and bike, and keep the cameras running. Do not wait for another body in the road. Take action now.
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District 28
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 29
71-19 80th Street, Suite 8-303, Glendale, NY 11385
718-544-8800
250 Broadway, Suite 1840, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6981
District 15
66-85 73rd Place, Middle Village, NY 11379
Room 811, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Forest Hills Forest Hills sits in Queens, Precinct 112, District 29, AD 28, SD 15, Queens CB6.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Forest Hills
A 8936Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Hevesi votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Hevesi votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Hevesi votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
13-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on Queens Boulevard▸A 13-year-old boy was struck by an SUV while crossing Queens Boulevard. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit the pedestrian at the right front bumper. The boy suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a 2016 SUV traveling west struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper. The driver was identified as a licensed female motorist who was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions beyond crossing against the signal.
S 1078Addabbo votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 1078Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Hevesi votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Hevesi votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Hevesi votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
13-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on Queens Boulevard▸A 13-year-old boy was struck by an SUV while crossing Queens Boulevard. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit the pedestrian at the right front bumper. The boy suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a 2016 SUV traveling west struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper. The driver was identified as a licensed female motorist who was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions beyond crossing against the signal.
S 1078Addabbo votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 1078Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Hevesi votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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S 1078Hevesi votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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13-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on Queens Boulevard▸A 13-year-old boy was struck by an SUV while crossing Queens Boulevard. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit the pedestrian at the right front bumper. The boy suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a 2016 SUV traveling west struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper. The driver was identified as a licensed female motorist who was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions beyond crossing against the signal.
S 1078Addabbo votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-05-16
S 1078Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
S 1078Hevesi votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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13-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on Queens Boulevard▸A 13-year-old boy was struck by an SUV while crossing Queens Boulevard. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit the pedestrian at the right front bumper. The boy suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a 2016 SUV traveling west struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper. The driver was identified as a licensed female motorist who was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions beyond crossing against the signal.
S 1078Addabbo votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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S 1078Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
13-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit on Queens Boulevard▸A 13-year-old boy was struck by an SUV while crossing Queens Boulevard. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit the pedestrian at the right front bumper. The boy suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a 2016 SUV traveling west struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper. The driver was identified as a licensed female motorist who was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions beyond crossing against the signal.
S 1078Addabbo votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 1078Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
A 13-year-old boy was struck by an SUV while crossing Queens Boulevard. The driver, distracted and inattentive, hit the pedestrian at the right front bumper. The boy suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a 2016 SUV traveling west struck him with the vehicle's right front bumper. The driver was identified as a licensed female motorist who was going straight ahead. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions beyond crossing against the signal.
S 1078Addabbo votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 1078Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 1078Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
S 1078Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver's Back▸Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury and shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way. Both vehicles struck front and side. The injured driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 99 Street in Queens. The driver of the westbound SUV, a 40-year-old man, sustained a back injury and was in shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the injured driver. The northbound SUV struck the left side doors of the westbound SUV, causing damage to both vehicles' front and side. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before impact. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim factors noted.
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
An 18-year-old male pedestrian was struck by an eastbound SUV on Union Turnpike. He suffered a fractured hip and upper leg, left semiconscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian at the intersection.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Turnpike with the signal. The driver of a 2006 Chevrolet SUV, traveling eastbound, failed to yield right-of-way and struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg, leaving him semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens Boulevard Sedan Collision Injures Passenger▸Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard. One driver merged while the other went straight. The front passenger in the straight-moving car suffered a head contusion. Both drivers were licensed men. The crash caused right and left front quarter panel damage.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was traveling straight north while the other was merging northbound. The front passenger in the sedan going straight, a 61-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The collision impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan going straight and the left front quarter panel of the merging sedan. The injured passenger was restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors were noted.
Driver Injury in Queens Boulevard Collision▸A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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A sedan struck parked vehicles on Queens Boulevard. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The impact damaged the front of the sedan and the rear of the parked cars.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old male driver traveling west on Queens Boulevard collided with two parked vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The sedan's front end struck the center back ends of the parked vehicles, causing damage. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York license. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy city streets.
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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A 52-year-old woman crossing Metropolitan Avenue with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 52-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Metropolitan Avenue at an intersection. The driver of a 2008 Acura SUV was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage despite striking the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The driver was licensed and traveling southbound at the time.
SUV Turns Left, Hits E-Scooter Rider▸An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
An SUV made a left turn on Queens Boulevard and struck a westbound e-scooter. The rider, a 36-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and a concussion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The scooter showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 36-year-old male e-scooter rider traveling west on Queens Boulevard was struck by a 2020 Ford SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the e-scooter. The rider sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with a concussion. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the SUV driver. The e-scooter rider was wearing a helmet. The SUV driver was licensed in New York. No damage was reported on the e-scooter, while the SUV sustained damage to its left side doors.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan in Queens▸A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
A 35-year-old man was struck by a northbound sedan on 77 Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his lower leg and foot. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously injured.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 77 Avenue in Queens struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle's point of impact was the left rear bumper, and no vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and sustained serious injuries classified as severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted in the report.
E-Bike Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
A 64-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike while crossing Ascan Avenue at Burns Street. The rider disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The e-bike front end was damaged.
According to the police report, a 64-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Ascan Avenue at the intersection with Burns Street. She was crossing with the signal when an e-bike traveling southwest struck her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the e-bike operator. The e-bike, a 2018 Tailg model, was damaged at the front center. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of impact. No safety equipment or other factors were noted.
Five SUVs Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
Five SUVs crashed eastbound on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. Driver inattention and following too closely fueled the chain reaction. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
According to the police report, five SUVs traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided in a chain reaction. One 30-year-old male driver was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists repeated driver inattention and distraction, as well as following too closely, as contributing factors. The crash caused damage to the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other causes or victim errors were noted in the report.
S 3897Addabbo votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02