Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Alley Pond Park?
433 Hurt, Zero Dead—Complacency Is Killing Alley Pond Park
Alley Pond Park: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 16, 2025
No Deaths, But the Toll Mounts
In Alley Pond Park, the numbers do not scream. They whisper. No one has died here since 2022, but 433 people have been hurt. Five were left with serious injuries. The wounds are not always visible: a crushed hip, a torn eye, a life changed in a second.
The roads do not care if you are young or old. Fifty-seven children under 18 have been injured here since 2022. The oldest, the youngest—all at risk. The cars keep coming. The SUVs keep coming. The numbers pile up, slow and steady, like water wearing down stone.
Recent Crashes: The Unseen Disaster
The last year brought 188 crashes. 104 people were hurt. Two were seriously injured. No headlines. No outrage. Just the daily grind of metal on flesh. SUVs did the most harm to pedestrians—five injured, one left with serious wounds.
On the Cross Island Parkway, a 17-year-old was crushed in a sedan. On the same road, a 20-year-old pedestrian was struck by an SUV and left with a broken hip. The stories repeat. The pain repeats. The system does not change.
Leadership: Small Steps, Slow Change
Local leaders have moved, but not fast enough. State Senator Toby Stavisky voted yes to curb repeat speeders, a step toward safety. Council Member Linda Lee co-sponsored bills for senior and student bike share discounts, but also backed a bill to lower e-bike speed limits to 15 mph. The focus drifts to e-bikes, not to the cars and trucks that do the real damage.
The city has the power to lower speed limits. It has not used it. “Speeding ruins lives, and reducing vehicle speeds by even a few miles per hour could be the difference between life or death in a traffic crash,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez. The words are true. The action is slow.
Call to Action: Demand More Than Words
This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Tell them to use Sammy’s Law. Lower the speed limit to 20 mph. Stop blaming the vulnerable. Stop waiting for the next body.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4493751 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-16
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- File Int 1312-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-11
- Sammy’s Law Enactment, NYC.gov, Published 2024-04-30
Other Representatives
District 26
213-33 39th Ave., Suite 238, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 422, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 23
73-03 Bell Boulevard, Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
718-468-0137
250 Broadway, Suite 1868, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 11
134-01 20th Avenue 2nd Floor, College Point, NY 11356
Room 913, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Alley Pond Park Alley Pond Park sits in Queens, Precinct 111, District 23, AD 26, SD 11, Queens CB11.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Alley Pond Park
S 5602Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-02
A 8936Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Braunstein 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 8936Braunstein 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 1078Braunstein votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-06-02
A 8936Stavisky votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Braunstein 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 8936Braunstein 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 1078Braunstein votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-06-01
S 5602Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Braunstein 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 8936Braunstein 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 1078Braunstein 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
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-31
S 5602Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Braunstein 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 8936Braunstein 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 1078Braunstein 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
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
S 5602Stavisky votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
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File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Braunstein 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 8936Braunstein 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 1078Braunstein 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
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Braunstein 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 8936Braunstein 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 1078Braunstein 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
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
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 8936Braunstein 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 1078Braunstein 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
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky 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
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
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 1078Braunstein 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
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
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
A 8936Stavisky 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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
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 1078Stavisky 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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
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 5130Stavisky votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
Sedan Driver Injured in Long Island Expressway Crash▸A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A 47-year-old woman driving a BMW sedan was injured on the Long Island Expressway. The crash struck the right front bumper. She suffered a head contusion and shock. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old female driver was injured in a crash on the Long Island Expressway. She was driving a 2018 BMW sedan westbound when the collision impacted the right front bumper. The driver suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
Driver Inattention Injures One on Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. One driver struck another from behind. Shoulder and arm injury. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. No pedestrians. No passengers.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. The BMW, heading straight, struck the Toyota as it merged. The BMW driver suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury. Both drivers were licensed men. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The BMW's left front bumper hit the Toyota's center back end, damaging both vehicles. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or victims were reported.
Chain-Reaction Sedan Crash on Parkway Injures Driver▸Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Four sedans slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. One driver hurt his neck, left in shock. Police blamed driver inattention. Metal twisted, bumpers crushed. The road stayed dangerous. No one ejected.
According to the police report, four sedans traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain-reaction crash. A 33-year-old male driver suffered a neck injury and was in shock. He wore a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. Vehicles showed damage to front and rear bumpers, marking a sequence of impacts. All drivers were licensed and moving straight ahead. The crash left one driver injured and highlighted driver distraction as the key error.
SUV Rear-Ends Two Vehicles on Cross Island Parkway▸A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A female driver in a 2017 SUV struck the rear ends of a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The impact injured the female driver, causing shoulder and upper arm injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction was cited as a factor.
According to the police report, a 2017 SUV driven by a 58-year-old woman traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended two vehicles: a 2018 SUV and a 2021 pick-up truck. The collision caused injuries to the female driver, including shoulder and upper arm trauma and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The impact points were the center front end of the 2017 SUV and the center back ends of the other two vehicles. No ejections occurred. The female driver was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report does not indicate any contributing factors related to the victim's actions or safety equipment beyond the restraint use.
S 5130Stavisky 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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
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
SUV Rear-Ends Slowing SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear vehicle struck the front SUV as it slowed. The driver of the rear SUV suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. Both drivers reacted to unrelated vehicles amid slippery pavement conditions.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on the Long Island Expressway. The rear SUV, traveling west and going straight ahead, struck the back of a slowing SUV. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 43-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Pavement Slippery" as contributing factors for the crash. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The rear driver was properly restrained with an airbag and lap belt. The crash highlights driver reactions to external stimuli and road conditions as key causes.
SUV Driver Bleeds After Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
A Mercedes slammed into a Subaru’s back end on the Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, alone, bled from the head. He stayed conscious. Police cited driver inattention. The road did not stop. Metal and blood marked the night.
A 2001 Mercedes rear-ended a 2019 Subaru on the westbound Long Island Expressway. The Subaru driver, a 34-year-old man, was alone and suffered a severe head injury with heavy bleeding. According to the police report, 'A 2001 Mercedes slammed into the back of a 2019 Subaru. The Subaru driver, 34, sat alone, bleeding from the head. He was conscious. He wore a lap belt.' Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The Subaru’s back end took the impact. No other injuries were specified in the report. The crash left one man hurt and the road unchanged.
Permit Driver Slams Sedan Into SUV, Woman Bleeds▸Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.
Midday on Cross Island Parkway. A permit driver veered. His sedan struck the rear of a Honda SUV. A woman, 35, bled from the eye. Others suffered head and neck pain. Inexperience and distraction left metal and flesh torn.
On Cross Island Parkway, a sedan driven by a permit holder crashed into the rear of a Honda SUV. According to the police report, 'A permit driver veered, metal kissed metal. His sedan struck a Honda’s rear. A woman, 35, sat bleeding from the eye.' Seven people were involved. The 35-year-old woman suffered severe eye lacerations. Other occupants, including a 17-year-old male and a 62-year-old woman, reported head and neck injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties were conscious. Lap belts were used. The crash underscores the danger when inexperience and distraction meet speed and steel.