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Romanch's Law and the Future of NYC Carriages | New York City News
New York City is poised to ban horse-drawn carriages after a tragic death of a tourist in Central Park, sparking renewed debate over the 400-year-old industry. The bill, now named Romanch’s Law in his memory, has the Mayor’s backing — but he insists worker protections must be prioritized during the transition. Past incidents, including a horse’s death from poisoning and another named Ryder’s Law, underscore ongoing welfare concerns. Supporters argue the city’s evolving transit landscape, capped at just 68 medallions since WWII, makes carriages obsolete. Opponents, many lifelong carriage…
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