City Council Speaker and Council Member Mamdani have reached an agreement to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City, ending a long-standing debate over the practice. The decision follows concerns about animal welfare, public safety, and the industry’s declining popularity amid shifting tourism trends. Supporters argue the ban aligns with broader efforts to modernize urban transportation, while opponents highlight the cultural and economic ties to the tradition. The move could reshape a centuries-old tradition in one of the world’s most iconic cities.
City Council Speaker and Mamdani Agree on Horse-Drawn Carriage Ban The New York Times
