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Horse Carriages in Peril | New York City News
An 18-year-old tourist’s tragic death in Central Park has reignited the push to ban horse-drawn carriages — now the eighth serious incident since last May. City Council leaders, including Speaker Julie Menin, are moving forward with “Romanch’s Law,” a bill to phase out the industry while helping nearly 200 workers transition. The mayor backs the ban, echoing moves by cities like Philadelphia and Montreal, and the Central Park Conservancy has flipped its stance, citing safety concerns. Yet, the Transport Workers Union fiercely opposes the ban, warning of joblessness and homelessness for…
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