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Romanch's Law Takes Center Stage | New York City News
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin is now backing Romanch’s Law, a sweeping bill to phase out horse-drawn carriages in Central Park — a move fueled by the tragic death of 18-year-old tourist Romanch Mahajan, the first known fatality linked to the industry. The legislation, renamed in his honor, bans new licenses and park operations while offering job retraining for 150 drivers. While Mayor Mamdani supports the ban, he urges stronger protections for displaced workers. The transit union fiercely opposes the plan, warning of economic devastation and horse euthanasia, arguing safety can be…
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