About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Whiplash 25
▸ Contusion/Bruise 16
▸ Abrasion 8
▸ Pain/Nausea 8
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Cambria Heights
- 2022 Gray Nissan Suburban (KHB9511) – 31 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2011 Lincoln Sedan (MSD1321) – 30 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 1983 Me/Be Coup (3834Z7) – 28 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2019 Black Toyota Suburban (DZK5745) – 21 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Nissan Suburban (LPP9376) – 19 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseCambria Heights: hurt at dawn, hit at dusk
Cambria Heights: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Cambria Heights keeps the score in blood. Since 2022, there have been 849 crashes, with 547 injured and 2 people killed in this small area, led by cars and SUVs hitting people on foot most often. Nights are rough; injuries spike after dark. The worst hours run from midnight through the early morning, with steady harm again at rush and evening. The numbers come from the city’s own ledger.
Two deaths, many wounds
A 54‑year‑old driver died on the Cross Island Parkway on Feb. 29, 2024; police logged “Aggressive Driving/Road Rage” as a factor in the fatal record (CrashID 4706349). A 39‑year‑old on an “other motorized” vehicle died at 116th Ave and Nashville Blvd on June 26, 2025 (CrashID 4823380). The city lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.”
Pedestrians are hit again and again — 48 injured here since 2022 — most by sedans and SUVs. A 10‑year‑old on a bike was hurt at 229th St near 116th Ave last summer (CrashID 4738477). The log says head injury. The log also blames “error/confusion.” The child lived.
Where the road bites
The Cross Island Parkway is the top hot spot in this neighborhood, with 160 injuries and one death tied to it. Linden Boulevard racks up dozens of injuries. At 116th Ave, a man on an “other motorized” device died. These are not outliers. They are the pattern.
Harm clusters at night. From midnight to 5 a.m., injuries pile up — 28 at midnight, 10 at 1 a.m., 17 at 2 a.m., 8 at 3 a.m., 12 at 4 a.m., 12 at 5 a.m. The danger returns after work, with 42 injuries at 6 p.m. The city’s data lists inattention and failure to yield again and again among the top factors.
Hit, run, and gone
On Aug. 13, a driver hit a 52‑year‑old man crossing 155th Street at South Conduit Avenue near JFK and fled. “The operator of the vehicle fled the scene after hitting the man,” police said. He died at Jamaica Hospital. “The driver sped off without stopping,” another report said. No arrests.
The same day, a speeding car slammed into people ordering at a Queens food truck. “Two pedestrians were hit and killed … Witnesses say a speeding car slammed into the men,” CBS reported. The driver also died.
Power and duty
Repeat dangerous driving is not rare; the state Senate moved a bill to force speed limiters on cars tied to repeat violations. Senator Leroy Comrie voted yes in committee on S4045. The bill would require intelligent speed assistance for drivers who meet thresholds for points or camera tickets; it aims to cut the worst repeat harm. The Legislature also voted to keep school‑zone speed cameras running through 2030. Comrie and Assembly Member Clyde Vanel both voted yes in their chambers on S8344.
City Hall now has the power to drop speeds on local streets. Albany passed Sammy’s Law, and the city can set safer limits. The choice is theirs. The cost of delay is on our blocks.
What fixes here, now
This neighborhood bleeds at night. Start where the bodies fall.
- Daylight corners and harden turns on Springfield Blvd, Linden Blvd, and at 116th Ave. Cut blind angles. Slow turning cars.
- Add leading pedestrian intervals at signals. Give people a head start across.
- Target nighttime speeding on Cross Island Parkway service roads and Linden. Use focused enforcement where the data is worst.
Then do the things that end the pattern citywide. Lower the default speed. Rein in the repeat speeders. If you want that done faster, push them.
“Liberated,” then eight years
The wreckage we accept is not only local. In Queens, a man drove the wrong way on the Clearview and smashed into five cars. “Joseph Lee terrorized other drivers as he purposefully drove the wrong way,” said Queens DA Melinda Katz. A jury convicted him. A judge gave him eight years. Lee told police he entered the expressway “in the wrong direction because I wanted to hurt people and I felt ‘liberated’ by what I had done,” according to the report.
The count does not stop
- In the last 12 months here: 286 crashes, 209 injured, 1 killed.
- This year to date: 198 crashes, 136 injured, 1 killed.
- Pedestrians hit most by sedans and SUVs.
- Nighttime is the danger window.
Names become numbers on the ledger. The pattern holds until someone breaks it.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Speeding Car Kills Pedestrians At Food Truck, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-13
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- S 8344 (speed cameras extension), NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Wrong-way driver rams cars on expressway, amny, Published 2025-08-15
Other Representatives
District 33
97-01 Springfield Blvd., Queens Village, NY 11429
Room 424, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 27
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 14
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Cambria Heights Cambria Heights sits in Queens, Precinct 105, District 27, AD 33, SD 14, Queens CB13.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Cambria Heights
4
Two Injured as Sedans Crash on 219 Street▸Aug 4 - Two sedans collided on 219 Street in Queens. A 65-year-old driver and an 80-year-old passenger suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both were inside the sedan going straight. Impact was severe.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on 219 Street in Queens. One sedan was making a left turn southeast when it struck another sedan traveling straight east. The impact hit the center front end of the straight-moving sedan and the left front bumper of the turning car. The 65-year-old male driver and 80-year-old male passenger in the straight-moving sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both were not ejected and were reported conscious or in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
29
Four-SUV Chain Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Four SUVs collided in a chain reaction on Cross Island Parkway. The crash involved rear-end impacts. A 64-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. No ejections occurred.
According to the police report, four sport utility vehicles traveling southbound on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The impact points ranged from rear bumpers to front ends, indicating multiple rear-end collisions. A 64-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining chest contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors, highlighting errors in maintaining safe distance and focus. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash caused damage primarily to the front and rear bumpers of the involved vehicles.
27
Comrie Supports Safety Boosting Penn Station Redevelopment Plan▸Jul 27 - State authorities greenlit Governor Hochul’s Penn Station overhaul. The plan promises new towers, apartments, and a $7 billion station revamp. Senator Leroy Comrie backed the initial funding deal but demands federal support for future phases. Critics warn of secrecy and developer giveaways.
On July 27, 2022, the state’s Public Authorities Control Board approved Governor Kathy Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-generation opportunity,' includes 18 million square feet of new office towers, 1,800 apartments, a $7 billion station upgrade, and promises of walkable streets and bike lanes. State Senator Leroy Comrie, representing District 14, voted for the initial PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) agreement but pledged not to support future deals without federal funding and approvals. The plan faces criticism from watchdogs and officials like State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office, who called for a delay due to limited financial details. Reinvent Albany slammed the process for lacking transparency and questioned the reliance on developer tax breaks. The redevelopment’s impact on vulnerable road users remains unassessed.
-
State oversight body approves Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment,
amny.com,
Published 2022-07-27
5
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Avenue. A six-year-old girl in the rear seat suffered a head abrasion. The impact hit the right rear bumper of one car and the front center of the other. Unsafe speed caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved a Honda traveling north and a Chevrolet traveling west. A six-year-old female occupant, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt, sustained a head abrasion but was conscious. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the Honda and the center front end of the Chevrolet. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The child was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The collision caused injury to a vulnerable passenger, highlighting the dangers of speeding in vehicle crashes.
29
Comrie Opposes Congestion Pricing Exemptions Safety Boosting▸Jun 29 - State Sen. Leroy Comrie drew a hard line. No exemptions for Manhattan’s congestion tolls. He stood firm as others called for carve-outs. His stance means every car pays. No relief for drivers. The city’s most vulnerable stay in the crosshairs.
On June 29, 2022, State Senator Leroy Comrie made a public statement on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, covered by nypost.com, centers on calls from Mayor Eric Adams for more exemptions to the Manhattan congestion tolls. Adams argued, 'there should be a level of exemptions... so that we’re not overburdening New Yorkers.' But Comrie rejected this, stating, 'I don’t think there should be any exemptions, and I’m going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' The congestion pricing plan, passed in 2019, already exempts emergency vehicles, vehicles carrying disabled New Yorkers, and low-income residents inside the zone. Comrie’s stance keeps the system strict. No new carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board may still consider more, but Comrie’s position is clear: every driver pays the toll, no exceptions.
-
NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for ‘exemptions’ to Manhattan congestion fees,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-06-29
17
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸Jun 17 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked sedan on 223 Street in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, an 83-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2009 sedan traveling north on 223 Street rear-ended a parked 2022 sedan. The 83-year-old male driver of the moving vehicle was injured, suffering chest contusions and lost consciousness. The collision caused center front-end damage to the moving sedan and center back-end damage to the parked vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the driver lost consciousness, which contributed to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were recorded.
2S 5602
Vanel votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 2 - 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 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Aug 4 - Two sedans collided on 219 Street in Queens. A 65-year-old driver and an 80-year-old passenger suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both were inside the sedan going straight. Impact was severe.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on 219 Street in Queens. One sedan was making a left turn southeast when it struck another sedan traveling straight east. The impact hit the center front end of the straight-moving sedan and the left front bumper of the turning car. The 65-year-old male driver and 80-year-old male passenger in the straight-moving sedan suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both were not ejected and were reported conscious or in shock. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not identify specific driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
29
Four-SUV Chain Collision on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Four SUVs collided in a chain reaction on Cross Island Parkway. The crash involved rear-end impacts. A 64-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. No ejections occurred.
According to the police report, four sport utility vehicles traveling southbound on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The impact points ranged from rear bumpers to front ends, indicating multiple rear-end collisions. A 64-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining chest contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors, highlighting errors in maintaining safe distance and focus. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash caused damage primarily to the front and rear bumpers of the involved vehicles.
27
Comrie Supports Safety Boosting Penn Station Redevelopment Plan▸Jul 27 - State authorities greenlit Governor Hochul’s Penn Station overhaul. The plan promises new towers, apartments, and a $7 billion station revamp. Senator Leroy Comrie backed the initial funding deal but demands federal support for future phases. Critics warn of secrecy and developer giveaways.
On July 27, 2022, the state’s Public Authorities Control Board approved Governor Kathy Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-generation opportunity,' includes 18 million square feet of new office towers, 1,800 apartments, a $7 billion station upgrade, and promises of walkable streets and bike lanes. State Senator Leroy Comrie, representing District 14, voted for the initial PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) agreement but pledged not to support future deals without federal funding and approvals. The plan faces criticism from watchdogs and officials like State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office, who called for a delay due to limited financial details. Reinvent Albany slammed the process for lacking transparency and questioned the reliance on developer tax breaks. The redevelopment’s impact on vulnerable road users remains unassessed.
-
State oversight body approves Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment,
amny.com,
Published 2022-07-27
5
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Avenue. A six-year-old girl in the rear seat suffered a head abrasion. The impact hit the right rear bumper of one car and the front center of the other. Unsafe speed caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved a Honda traveling north and a Chevrolet traveling west. A six-year-old female occupant, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt, sustained a head abrasion but was conscious. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the Honda and the center front end of the Chevrolet. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The child was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The collision caused injury to a vulnerable passenger, highlighting the dangers of speeding in vehicle crashes.
29
Comrie Opposes Congestion Pricing Exemptions Safety Boosting▸Jun 29 - State Sen. Leroy Comrie drew a hard line. No exemptions for Manhattan’s congestion tolls. He stood firm as others called for carve-outs. His stance means every car pays. No relief for drivers. The city’s most vulnerable stay in the crosshairs.
On June 29, 2022, State Senator Leroy Comrie made a public statement on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, covered by nypost.com, centers on calls from Mayor Eric Adams for more exemptions to the Manhattan congestion tolls. Adams argued, 'there should be a level of exemptions... so that we’re not overburdening New Yorkers.' But Comrie rejected this, stating, 'I don’t think there should be any exemptions, and I’m going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' The congestion pricing plan, passed in 2019, already exempts emergency vehicles, vehicles carrying disabled New Yorkers, and low-income residents inside the zone. Comrie’s stance keeps the system strict. No new carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board may still consider more, but Comrie’s position is clear: every driver pays the toll, no exceptions.
-
NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for ‘exemptions’ to Manhattan congestion fees,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-06-29
17
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸Jun 17 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked sedan on 223 Street in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, an 83-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2009 sedan traveling north on 223 Street rear-ended a parked 2022 sedan. The 83-year-old male driver of the moving vehicle was injured, suffering chest contusions and lost consciousness. The collision caused center front-end damage to the moving sedan and center back-end damage to the parked vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the driver lost consciousness, which contributed to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were recorded.
2S 5602
Vanel votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 2 - 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
1A 8936
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
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SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Jul 29 - Four SUVs collided in a chain reaction on Cross Island Parkway. The crash involved rear-end impacts. A 64-year-old female driver suffered chest contusions. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. No ejections occurred.
According to the police report, four sport utility vehicles traveling southbound on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. The impact points ranged from rear bumpers to front ends, indicating multiple rear-end collisions. A 64-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining chest contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors, highlighting errors in maintaining safe distance and focus. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash caused damage primarily to the front and rear bumpers of the involved vehicles.
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Comrie Supports Safety Boosting Penn Station Redevelopment Plan▸Jul 27 - State authorities greenlit Governor Hochul’s Penn Station overhaul. The plan promises new towers, apartments, and a $7 billion station revamp. Senator Leroy Comrie backed the initial funding deal but demands federal support for future phases. Critics warn of secrecy and developer giveaways.
On July 27, 2022, the state’s Public Authorities Control Board approved Governor Kathy Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-generation opportunity,' includes 18 million square feet of new office towers, 1,800 apartments, a $7 billion station upgrade, and promises of walkable streets and bike lanes. State Senator Leroy Comrie, representing District 14, voted for the initial PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) agreement but pledged not to support future deals without federal funding and approvals. The plan faces criticism from watchdogs and officials like State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office, who called for a delay due to limited financial details. Reinvent Albany slammed the process for lacking transparency and questioned the reliance on developer tax breaks. The redevelopment’s impact on vulnerable road users remains unassessed.
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State oversight body approves Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment,
amny.com,
Published 2022-07-27
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Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Avenue. A six-year-old girl in the rear seat suffered a head abrasion. The impact hit the right rear bumper of one car and the front center of the other. Unsafe speed caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved a Honda traveling north and a Chevrolet traveling west. A six-year-old female occupant, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt, sustained a head abrasion but was conscious. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the Honda and the center front end of the Chevrolet. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The child was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The collision caused injury to a vulnerable passenger, highlighting the dangers of speeding in vehicle crashes.
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Comrie Opposes Congestion Pricing Exemptions Safety Boosting▸Jun 29 - State Sen. Leroy Comrie drew a hard line. No exemptions for Manhattan’s congestion tolls. He stood firm as others called for carve-outs. His stance means every car pays. No relief for drivers. The city’s most vulnerable stay in the crosshairs.
On June 29, 2022, State Senator Leroy Comrie made a public statement on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, covered by nypost.com, centers on calls from Mayor Eric Adams for more exemptions to the Manhattan congestion tolls. Adams argued, 'there should be a level of exemptions... so that we’re not overburdening New Yorkers.' But Comrie rejected this, stating, 'I don’t think there should be any exemptions, and I’m going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' The congestion pricing plan, passed in 2019, already exempts emergency vehicles, vehicles carrying disabled New Yorkers, and low-income residents inside the zone. Comrie’s stance keeps the system strict. No new carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board may still consider more, but Comrie’s position is clear: every driver pays the toll, no exceptions.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for ‘exemptions’ to Manhattan congestion fees,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-06-29
17
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸Jun 17 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked sedan on 223 Street in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, an 83-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2009 sedan traveling north on 223 Street rear-ended a parked 2022 sedan. The 83-year-old male driver of the moving vehicle was injured, suffering chest contusions and lost consciousness. The collision caused center front-end damage to the moving sedan and center back-end damage to the parked vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the driver lost consciousness, which contributed to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were recorded.
2S 5602
Vanel votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 2 - 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 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Jul 27 - State authorities greenlit Governor Hochul’s Penn Station overhaul. The plan promises new towers, apartments, and a $7 billion station revamp. Senator Leroy Comrie backed the initial funding deal but demands federal support for future phases. Critics warn of secrecy and developer giveaways.
On July 27, 2022, the state’s Public Authorities Control Board approved Governor Kathy Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment plan. The project, described as a 'once-in-a-generation opportunity,' includes 18 million square feet of new office towers, 1,800 apartments, a $7 billion station upgrade, and promises of walkable streets and bike lanes. State Senator Leroy Comrie, representing District 14, voted for the initial PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) agreement but pledged not to support future deals without federal funding and approvals. The plan faces criticism from watchdogs and officials like State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office, who called for a delay due to limited financial details. Reinvent Albany slammed the process for lacking transparency and questioned the reliance on developer tax breaks. The redevelopment’s impact on vulnerable road users remains unassessed.
- State oversight body approves Hochul’s Penn Station redevelopment, amny.com, Published 2022-07-27
5
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Avenue▸Jul 5 - Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Avenue. A six-year-old girl in the rear seat suffered a head abrasion. The impact hit the right rear bumper of one car and the front center of the other. Unsafe speed caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved a Honda traveling north and a Chevrolet traveling west. A six-year-old female occupant, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt, sustained a head abrasion but was conscious. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the Honda and the center front end of the Chevrolet. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The child was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The collision caused injury to a vulnerable passenger, highlighting the dangers of speeding in vehicle crashes.
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Comrie Opposes Congestion Pricing Exemptions Safety Boosting▸Jun 29 - State Sen. Leroy Comrie drew a hard line. No exemptions for Manhattan’s congestion tolls. He stood firm as others called for carve-outs. His stance means every car pays. No relief for drivers. The city’s most vulnerable stay in the crosshairs.
On June 29, 2022, State Senator Leroy Comrie made a public statement on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, covered by nypost.com, centers on calls from Mayor Eric Adams for more exemptions to the Manhattan congestion tolls. Adams argued, 'there should be a level of exemptions... so that we’re not overburdening New Yorkers.' But Comrie rejected this, stating, 'I don’t think there should be any exemptions, and I’m going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' The congestion pricing plan, passed in 2019, already exempts emergency vehicles, vehicles carrying disabled New Yorkers, and low-income residents inside the zone. Comrie’s stance keeps the system strict. No new carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board may still consider more, but Comrie’s position is clear: every driver pays the toll, no exceptions.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for ‘exemptions’ to Manhattan congestion fees,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-06-29
17
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸Jun 17 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked sedan on 223 Street in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, an 83-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2009 sedan traveling north on 223 Street rear-ended a parked 2022 sedan. The 83-year-old male driver of the moving vehicle was injured, suffering chest contusions and lost consciousness. The collision caused center front-end damage to the moving sedan and center back-end damage to the parked vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the driver lost consciousness, which contributed to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were recorded.
2S 5602
Vanel votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 2 - 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 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Jul 5 - Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Avenue. A six-year-old girl in the rear seat suffered a head abrasion. The impact hit the right rear bumper of one car and the front center of the other. Unsafe speed caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved a Honda traveling north and a Chevrolet traveling west. A six-year-old female occupant, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt, sustained a head abrasion but was conscious. The point of impact was the right rear bumper of the Honda and the center front end of the Chevrolet. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The child was not ejected and wore a lap belt. The collision caused injury to a vulnerable passenger, highlighting the dangers of speeding in vehicle crashes.
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Comrie Opposes Congestion Pricing Exemptions Safety Boosting▸Jun 29 - State Sen. Leroy Comrie drew a hard line. No exemptions for Manhattan’s congestion tolls. He stood firm as others called for carve-outs. His stance means every car pays. No relief for drivers. The city’s most vulnerable stay in the crosshairs.
On June 29, 2022, State Senator Leroy Comrie made a public statement on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, covered by nypost.com, centers on calls from Mayor Eric Adams for more exemptions to the Manhattan congestion tolls. Adams argued, 'there should be a level of exemptions... so that we’re not overburdening New Yorkers.' But Comrie rejected this, stating, 'I don’t think there should be any exemptions, and I’m going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' The congestion pricing plan, passed in 2019, already exempts emergency vehicles, vehicles carrying disabled New Yorkers, and low-income residents inside the zone. Comrie’s stance keeps the system strict. No new carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board may still consider more, but Comrie’s position is clear: every driver pays the toll, no exceptions.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for ‘exemptions’ to Manhattan congestion fees,
nypost.com,
Published 2022-06-29
17
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸Jun 17 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked sedan on 223 Street in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, an 83-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2009 sedan traveling north on 223 Street rear-ended a parked 2022 sedan. The 83-year-old male driver of the moving vehicle was injured, suffering chest contusions and lost consciousness. The collision caused center front-end damage to the moving sedan and center back-end damage to the parked vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the driver lost consciousness, which contributed to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were recorded.
2S 5602
Vanel votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 2 - 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 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Jun 29 - State Sen. Leroy Comrie drew a hard line. No exemptions for Manhattan’s congestion tolls. He stood firm as others called for carve-outs. His stance means every car pays. No relief for drivers. The city’s most vulnerable stay in the crosshairs.
On June 29, 2022, State Senator Leroy Comrie made a public statement on congestion pricing exemptions. The matter, covered by nypost.com, centers on calls from Mayor Eric Adams for more exemptions to the Manhattan congestion tolls. Adams argued, 'there should be a level of exemptions... so that we’re not overburdening New Yorkers.' But Comrie rejected this, stating, 'I don’t think there should be any exemptions, and I’m going to continue to say that there should be no exemptions.' The congestion pricing plan, passed in 2019, already exempts emergency vehicles, vehicles carrying disabled New Yorkers, and low-income residents inside the zone. Comrie’s stance keeps the system strict. No new carve-outs. The Traffic Mobility Review Board may still consider more, but Comrie’s position is clear: every driver pays the toll, no exceptions.
- NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for ‘exemptions’ to Manhattan congestion fees, nypost.com, Published 2022-06-29
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸Jun 17 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked sedan on 223 Street in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, an 83-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2009 sedan traveling north on 223 Street rear-ended a parked 2022 sedan. The 83-year-old male driver of the moving vehicle was injured, suffering chest contusions and lost consciousness. The collision caused center front-end damage to the moving sedan and center back-end damage to the parked vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the driver lost consciousness, which contributed to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were recorded.
2S 5602
Vanel votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 2 - 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
1A 8936
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - 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
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Jun 17 - A sedan traveling north struck a parked sedan on 223 Street in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, an 83-year-old man, suffered chest injuries and lost consciousness. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage. The driver was restrained by a lap belt.
According to the police report, a 2009 sedan traveling north on 223 Street rear-ended a parked 2022 sedan. The 83-year-old male driver of the moving vehicle was injured, suffering chest contusions and lost consciousness. The collision caused center front-end damage to the moving sedan and center back-end damage to the parked vehicle. The driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists no specific driver errors but notes the driver lost consciousness, which contributed to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were recorded.
2S 5602
Vanel votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Jun 2 - 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 2022-06-02
1A 8936
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Jun 2 - 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
1A 8936
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Jun 1 - Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-06-01
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Jun 1 - 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
31S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
May 31 - 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
25S 5602
Comrie votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
May 25 - 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
25S 3897
Comrie votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
May 25 - Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
23A 8936
Vanel votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
May 23 - 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
23S 1078
Vanel votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
May 23 - 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
16S 1078
Comrie votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
May 16 - 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
16S 5130
Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
May 16 - 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
30
Sedan Rear-Ends Vehicle on 220 Street▸Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
27
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
14
SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
5
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
20
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Apr 30 - A sedan struck the left rear bumper of another vehicle on 220 Street in Queens. Two rear passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened as the striking vehicle followed too closely. Both injured passengers were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 220 Street rear-ended another vehicle at the left rear bumper. The crash injured two rear-seat passengers, a 38-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman, both conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. Both passengers complained of whiplash and neck injuries. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle was slowing or stopping before impact. The driver of the sedan was licensed in New York. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
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SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Cross Island Parkway▸Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
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SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
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14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Apr 27 - A 24-year-old female passenger suffered internal injuries in a rear-end crash on Cross Island Parkway. The SUV struck the bus from behind while both vehicles were slowing. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a 2022 SUV traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a 2006 bus also traveling south. Both vehicles were slowing or stopping before the collision. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the bus. A 24-year-old female occupant in the SUV, seated in the middle rear seat and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained internal injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash.
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SUV Strikes Two Pedestrians Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
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14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Apr 14 - Two men were hit by an SUV on 211 Street in Queens. Both were crossing outside an intersection. The driver was distracted. Injuries ranged from whole-body trauma to arm wounds. Both victims suffered shock and pain complaints.
According to the police report, a 2012 Nissan SUV traveling east on 211 Street struck two male pedestrians, ages 46 and 41, who were crossing outside an intersection. Both pedestrians sustained injuries: one suffered trauma to his entire body, the other to his elbow and lower arm. Both reported pain and nausea and were in shock. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.
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14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Queens Street▸Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Apr 5 - A 14-year-old boy was struck while crossing 207 Street in Queens. The sedan hit him center front. He suffered upper leg and hip injuries but remained conscious. The driver showed signs of inattention. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 207 Street and 116 Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing with the signal when a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling east struck him with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan showed no visible damage. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Avenue▸Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.
Feb 20 - A 69-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and shock in a Queens crash. Two vehicles struck on 114 Avenue. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The driver complained of pain and nausea. No ejection occurred. Injuries were serious.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Avenue in Queens involving a 2015 SUV and a 2009 sedan. The SUV, traveling north, struck the left side doors of the sedan, which was traveling west. The 69-year-old male driver of the sedan was injured, suffering a head injury and shock, and reported pain and nausea. The driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other persons were reported injured. The crash caused damage to the left side doors of both vehicles.