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NYC Council to Vote on Horse Carriage Ban Oct. 22
The council will vote on Oct. 22, 2026 on legislation to ban horse‑drawn carriages, a move driven by growing scrutiny of the industry.
GMNA New York
The New York City Council has scheduled a vote for Oct. 22, 2026 on a bill that would prohibit horse‑drawn carriages throughout the city.
The measure comes as the horse‑drawn carriage industry has been subject to increasing scrutiny, prompting officials to consider a citywide ban.