NYC Council poised to ban Central Park carriages, leaving 150 drivers without a clear path forward
The New York City Council is expected to pass legislation banning horse-drawn carriages in Central Park by June 2028, ending a 150-year tradition. While the move follows a fatal accident and long-standing animal welfare concerns, it leaves over 150 drivers facing uncertain futures. The city has committed to a transition plan by next April, but drivers and unions argue the support is inadequate and vow legal challenges.