Lawmaker in Queens advocates for resurrecting ban on horse-drawn carriages following the demise of a horse
In a shocking turn of events, a horse named Lady tragically died in Hell's Kitchen, New York City, on Tuesday. Witnesses reported that Lady collapsed, began shaking, and was then dragged into a trailer, presumably dead. This incident has sparked a renewed call for action to end the horse-drawn carriage industry in New York City.
Councilmember Robert Holden, a long-time critic of the industry, has called for a hearing on Ryder's Law, legislation that would ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City. Ryder's Law is named after a horse that collapsed and died in 2022, and it proposes a ban starting in 2026, with a transition for drivers into other jobs.
Allie Taylor, President of Voters For Animal Rights, expressed heartbreak and outrage over Lady's death. Taylor called for immediate action to end the horse-drawn carriage industry, stating that no animal should suffer like Lady did, especially on city streets.
The polling Holden mentioned shows a large majority of New Yorkers support ending the horse-drawn carriage industry. However, union leaders representing carriage drivers are opposed to an outright ban and favor additional regulations instead.
City Hall remains committed to keeping New Yorkers and the city's animals safe and healthy. They are reviewing the incident that occurred on Tuesday and have not made a decision on Ryder's Law yet. Ryder's Law currently has 19 sponsors but has not yet had a hearing.
Ryder's Law, if passed, would mark a significant step towards a more compassionate and modern city. Councilmember Robert Holden is urging the City Council to end the horse-drawn carriage industry once and for all, joining the chorus of voices from animal rights organisations who support this legislation.
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