New York City moves to ban horse-drawn carriages
Summary
New York City plans to ban horse-drawn carriages by June 2028. The city aims to protect the horses' welfare while addressing the concerns of workers affected by the ban.Key Facts
- Mayor Zohran Mamdani and City Council Speaker Julie Menin support a bill to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City.
- The ban would start in June 2028, ending a popular tourist attraction in Central Park.
- Animal rights groups raised concerns about horse safety after several horses died or collapsed since 2020.
- The ban gained momentum after an 18-year-old tourist died from a carriage accident.
- Transport Workers Union opposes the ban due to concerns over drivers' income and jobs.
- The bill proposes a workforce transition program to help carriage drivers find new jobs.
- It also suggests compensation programs for carriage owners.
- The bill requires horses to be retired humanely, banning their sale or use in other carriage industries or for slaughter.
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