Mayor Adams Vetoed 'How Many Stops Act', City Council Vote to Override Looms
The controversial bill would increase NYPD paperwork, potentially pulling officers off the streets and adding to overtime costs.
- Mayor Eric Adams vetoed the 'How Many Stops Act', a bill that would require NYPD officers to fill out a form every time they speak to a witness or possible witness to a crime.
- The City Council passed the bill with a veto-proof majority, but Adams needs just two members to change votes to uphold his veto.
- The bill is controversial as it is seen to increase paperwork for officers, potentially taking them off the streets and increasing overtime costs.
- Supporters of the bill argue it would increase transparency and accountability in the NYPD.
- The City Council is expected to vote on whether to override the veto.