NYC closes in on horse carriage ban
New York City plans to ban horse-drawn carriages in Central Park following a deal between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and City Council Speaker Julie Menin, with a vote scheduled for October 22. The move aims to address public safety concerns after an 18-year-old tourist was killed by a runaway horse, highlighting safety issues associated with the industry. The legislation includes provisions for job training and compensation for carriage drivers and animal welfare measures.
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