Feb 16 - Assembly bill A 9219 lets drivers escape speed camera tickets if the notice has missing, wrong, or unreadable info. One error, and the violation vanishes. The bill stands at sponsorship.

Assembly bill A 9219, sponsored by Mike Reilly (District 62), sits at the sponsorship stage. The bill, introduced February 16, 2024, is in committee. It states: 'Permits a violation captured by a speed camera to be dismissed upon the application of the person alleged to be liable for such violation if any information that is required to be inserted in the notice of liability is omitted from such notice of liability, misdescribed or illegible.' No votes have been recorded. The bill focuses on procedural fairness for drivers, not on the safety of people outside the car. No safety analyst has assessed its impact on pedestrians or cyclists.

• File A 9219, Open States, Published 2024-02-16

Feb 4 - Eighteen lawmakers, including Joseph Borelli, sued to stop New York’s $15 congestion pricing. They claim the toll shifts pollution, burdens drivers, and fails communities with poor transit. The MTA defends the plan, saying it funds safer, less crowded streets.

On February 4, 2024, Council Member Joseph C. Borelli (District 51) joined seventeen other lawmakers in a federal lawsuit to block New York City’s $15 congestion pricing toll for Midtown Manhattan. The suit, supported by both Democrats and Republicans, argues the toll 'is a detriment to those that will be affected by this toll, environmentally and financially,' and claims it will shift traffic and pollution to other neighborhoods. Other plaintiffs include State Senators James Skoufis, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, Iwen Chu, Monica Martinez, and Assemblymembers Aileen Gunther, Jamie Williams, and David Weprin. The MTA, backed by Governor Hochul, says the toll will raise $1 billion yearly for transit upgrades, promising safer, less congested streets and better transit for the majority who rely on public transportation. The case highlights the political and environmental battle over how to fund and shape New York’s streets.

• 18 NY lawmakers join suit to block $15 congestion toll, nypost.com, Published 2024-02-04

Jan 9 - Senator Lanza pushes to kill congestion pricing. Streets may see more cars, more chaos. The bill strips a key tool for safer, calmer roads. Vulnerable New Yorkers face greater risk.

Senate Bill S 8149, sponsored by Andrew J. Lanza of District 24, seeks to repeal congestion pricing. Introduced on January 9, 2024, the bill is at the sponsorship stage. The measure's title is blunt: 'Repeals congestion pricing.' Lanza stands as the primary sponsor. If passed, this repeal would remove a policy designed to limit car traffic in crowded city streets. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the move threatens to flood roads with more vehicles, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.

• File S 8149, Open States, Published 2024-01-09

Nov 8 - A pickup turned left on Arthur Kill Road. A cyclist rode straight. The truck’s bumper caught him. He flew, hit the pavement, torn and bleeding. He stayed conscious, hurt all over. The truck kept turning. The road stayed silent.

A pickup truck making a left turn struck a cyclist riding straight on Arthur Kill Road near 5266 in Staten Island. The cyclist, a 32-year-old man, was ejected from his bike and suffered severe lacerations to his entire body. According to the police report, 'A pickup turned left. A cyclist rode straight. The truck’s bumper caught him. He flew, hit pavement, torn and bleeding. Conscious. Hurt all over.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. The cyclist was conscious after the impact. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor. The truck continued its turn as the injured cyclist lay on the road.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4677946 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Sep 22 - Port Authority will spend $8.3 million to study widening the Outerbridge Crossing. Critics warn more lanes mean more cars, not less congestion. Officials promise to consider a path for cyclists and pedestrians. The bridge remains dangerous for all who cross.

On September 22, 2023, the Port Authority approved an $8.3 million study to examine widening the Outerbridge Crossing, as required by a 2021 state law. The study, led by HDR, will look at expanding the bridge’s narrow lanes to meet federal standards and possibly adding more lanes. The matter summary states the goal is to 'relieve congestion and improve traffic flow.' State Senator Andrew Lanza pushed for the study, calling the bridge 'very narrow therefore very dangerous.' Port Authority Executive Director Rick Cotton acknowledged induced demand and said the study will consider all options, including a shared-use path for cyclists and pedestrians. Former Traffic Commissioner Sam Schwartz opposed widening, urging investment in public transit instead. The study’s outcome could shape the future safety of vulnerable road users crossing between Staten Island and New Jersey.

• Madness: Port Authority Will Spend $8.3M to ‘Study’ Widening Outerbridge Crossing, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-09-22

Jul 2 - An SUV making a left turn crashed on Englewood Avenue. The driver and front passenger suffered chest and head contusions. Both were restrained but shocked. Driver distraction caused the collision, damaging the vehicle's front center.

According to the police report, a 2013 Toyota SUV traveling southwest on Englewood Avenue was making a left turn when it crashed. The driver, an 18-year-old female, and the front passenger, a 49-year-old male, were both injured with contusions to the head and chest. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642758 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 16 - A sedan making a left turn struck an SUV traveling south on Veterans Road West. The SUV driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash caused damage to both vehicles’ front left sections. The driver was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn when it collided with an SUV traveling straight south on Veterans Road West in Staten Island. The SUV driver, a 52-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver’s error in executing the turn. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. The SUV driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 16 - Two SUVs and a pickup truck collided on Arthur Kill Road in Staten Island. A 28-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. The crash left vehicles damaged and one occupant injured.

According to the police report, the crash involved two SUVs and a pickup truck traveling west on Arthur Kill Road. The 28-year-old female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The collision occurred when the SUV struck the pickup truck from behind, damaging the center front end of the pickup and the center back end of the SUV. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The crash caused injuries to the SUV driver but did not involve pedestrians or cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4638903 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 14 - A sedan struck a parked bus on Veterans Road West. The female driver of the sedan suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The crash caused damage to the front right of the sedan and the left rear of the bus. Driver distraction was a factor.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Veterans Road West collided with a parked bus. The sedan's female driver, age 45, sustained a head injury but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The bus was stationary with one male occupant. The point of impact was the sedan's front center and the bus's left rear bumper. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was licensed in New York. The crash caused internal injuries to the sedan driver but did not eject her from the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637619 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jun 8 - 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 2023-06-08

Jun 6 - 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

Jun 1 - 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

May 31 - 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

May 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

May 21 - A 30-year-old man was hit by a sedan on Sprague Avenue in Staten Island. The impact fractured his hip and upper leg. The driver was going straight south when the collision occurred at the right side doors. The pedestrian was conscious but injured.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Sprague Avenue struck a 30-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated hip and upper leg. The point of impact was the right side doors of the vehicle. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. The pedestrian was in the roadway performing other actions at the time of the crash. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The driver was going straight ahead prior to the collision. The vehicle sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630530 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 17 - A 58-year-old woman was hit crossing with the signal on Staten Island. A pick-up truck made a left turn and struck her at the intersection. She suffered a shoulder and upper arm contusion. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling south on Hylan Boulevard made a left turn and struck a 58-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Bedell Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver’s error in yielding.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629825 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - 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

May 11 - A 37-year-old woman driving west on Hylan Boulevard struck a parked SUV. The impact hit her vehicle’s right front bumper. She suffered a fractured and dislocated elbow and lower arm. The airbag deployed. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old female driver traveling west on Hylan Boulevard collided with a parked SUV. The point of impact was the right front bumper of her 2022 Lincoln SUV and the left rear bumper of the parked 2023 Jeep SUV. The driver was injured, sustaining a fracture and dislocation to her elbow and lower arm. She was not ejected and was in shock. The airbag deployed during the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628020 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 7 - A 23-year-old bicyclist was injured on Johnson Avenue. The SUV made a left turn and hit the cyclist traveling south. The rider suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The cyclist wore a helmet and remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2019 Nissan SUV making a left turn struck him on Johnson Avenue in Staten Island. The cyclist was traveling straight south when the SUV hit his right side. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his knee and lower leg but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The cyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed in New Jersey and the bicyclist was licensed in New York.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626842 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Apr 5 - A northbound SUV struck a sedan from behind on the West Shore Expressway. The sedan’s driver and front passenger, both conscious, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Both wore seat belts. The SUV driver traveled at unsafe speed, contributing to the crash.

According to the police report, a 2007 Lincoln SUV traveling north on the West Shore Expressway rear-ended a 2019 Mercedes sedan going straight ahead in the same direction. The sedan’s 46-year-old female driver and 15-year-old female front passenger were injured, both sustaining head injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists the SUV driver’s contributing factors as "Other Vehicular" and "Unsafe Speed." The sedan driver’s contributing factors are unspecified. The impact occurred at the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the sedan. No ejections occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of unsafe speed and rear-end collisions on this roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4618933 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19