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Urban Horse-Drawn Carriages

Horse-Carriage Ban in New York City Animal-Welfare Scrutiny of Carriage Rides Horse Safety and Post-Ban Protection Central Park Carriage Horse Safety and Welfare Debate Over Carriage Rides in Central Park Retirement and Protection of Carriage Horses Horse Safety and Fatalities in New York City

City Council Passes Romanch’s Law to End Central Park Horse Carriages by June 2028

A veto‑proof vote after high‑profile safety incidents requires the mayor to deliver a workforce transition plan by April 1, 2027.

New York City to Phase Out Horse-Drawn Carriages by Mid-2028