Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

SUV slammed into sedan’s rear on Hylan. Sedan driver, 47, suffered neck injury. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. No other factors listed. Impact left one man hurt, conscious, and strapped in.

According to the police report, a northbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan on Hylan Boulevard at Nelson Avenue in Staten Island. The SUV driver was inattentive and followed too closely, causing the crash. The 47-year-old man driving the sedan suffered neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. He was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. No other errors or contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4633888 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

Two sedans crashed on Staten Island’s Richmond Avenue at 11 p.m. A left-turning driver hit a westbound sedan. The front passenger in the westbound car suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver inexperience was a contributing factor.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Richmond Avenue in Staten Island around 11 p.m. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight westbound. The impact occurred at the front center and left front quarter panel of the vehicles. A 42-year-old male front passenger in the westbound sedan was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4631349 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Two sedans slammed together on Oakdale Street. A woman behind the wheel took a blow to her arm. Police blamed driver inexperience and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Oakdale Street near Preston Avenue in Staten Island at 11:27 p.m. The crash left a 47-year-old female driver with injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inexperience and failure to yield right-of-way as the main contributing factors. The Tesla sedan struck the Honda sedan on the left front quarter panel, damaging the left side doors. The Tesla’s right front bumper was also damaged. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630243 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

An 85-year-old man driving a sedan on Amber Street lost consciousness. His vehicle struck an object with the right front bumper. He was semiconscious and injured. The crash caused moderate injury but no ejection. The driver was alone and licensed.

According to the police report, an 85-year-old male driver traveling north on Amber Street lost consciousness while driving a 2007 Chevrolet sedan. The vehicle impacted an object with its right front bumper. The driver was semiconscious and sustained injuries classified as moderate. The report lists "Lost Consciousness" as the primary contributing factor. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver held a valid New York license and was the sole occupant of the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629929 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

A 2017 SUV made a left turn on Amboy Road in Staten Island. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal were struck. Both suffered serious injuries: a concussion and a fractured hip.

According to the police report, a 2017 Toyota SUV traveling east on Amboy Road made a left turn and struck two pedestrians crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrians, a 47-year-old woman and an 86-year-old man, sustained head and hip injuries respectively, both classified as severe. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. Both pedestrians were conscious after the crash and suffered a concussion and a fractured, dislocated hip. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628312 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A sedan traveling west struck a parked SUV on Hylan Boulevard. The sedan’s driver, a 43-year-old man, suffered a concussion and full-body injuries. He was semiconscious but not ejected. The SUV was damaged on its right side doors.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Hylan Boulevard collided with a parked SUV. The impact occurred on the right side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The sedan’s driver, a 43-year-old male occupant, sustained a concussion and injuries to his entire body. He was semiconscious at the scene and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists "Illness" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both contributing factors for the driver are marked as unspecified. The SUV had no occupants at the time and was stationary before the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628092 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Pickup truck slammed into SUV’s rear. Woman at the wheel took the hit. Neck injury. Police blamed driver distraction. Metal and flesh, jolted by inattention.

According to the police report, a pickup truck collided with the right rear quarter panel of a Nissan SUV on Richmond Avenue. The 44-year-old woman driving the SUV suffered a neck injury. She was conscious and restrained at the time. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pickup truck was traveling straight ahead when it struck the SUV. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, leaving others to bear the pain.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4622439 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

A 78-year-old male driver suffered a head injury in a crash on Hylan Boulevard. An SUV traveling south struck the left rear quarter panel of a parked sedan. The driver remained conscious but lost consciousness during the incident.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Hylan Boulevard collided with a parked sedan by impacting its left rear quarter panel. The sedan's 78-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining a head injury and internal complaints. The driver was conscious but experienced loss of consciousness as a contributing factor. The report lists no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact. No ejection occurred, and safety equipment status is unknown. The SUV was occupied by a licensed male driver from New York. The crash caused damage to the right front bumper of the SUV and the left rear quarter panel of the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4621517 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Two sedans crashed on Oakdale Street in Staten Island. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 79, suffered neck injuries and shock. The collision caused pain and nausea. Driver inattention was a factor. Neither driver was ejected or wearing safety equipment.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Oakdale Street, Staten Island. Both drivers, a 37-year-old and a 79-year-old woman, were injured with neck pain and shock. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and traveling eastbound. The 2009 Honda sustained damage to its left side doors, while the 2023 Nissan had damage to its left front quarter panel. Neither driver was ejected from their vehicle, and neither was wearing safety equipment. The crash resulted in complaints of pain and nausea from both drivers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4618938 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

SUVs and a sedan collided on Korean War Vets Parkway. Two boys, ages five and six, suffered neck and eye injuries. Slippery pavement played a role. Both children were passengers. The crash left them hurt.

According to the police report, two SUVs and a sedan collided on Korean War Vets Parkway in Staten Island. The crash injured two child passengers, ages five and six. One suffered a neck injury, the other an eye injury. Both boys were restrained with child seats and airbags deployed. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as the contributing factor. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. All drivers were licensed and were slowing or stopped before the crash. The children were the only reported injured parties.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4617543 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04

Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-03-21