Mamdani to make NYC street safety announcement as City Council weighs 17 e-bike safety bills
NEW YORK - Mayor Zohran Mamdani is scheduled to make a street safety announcement Wednesday at noon at City Hall.
What we know:
Mamdani's announcement comes as the City Council is considering 17 bills aimed at cracking down on illegal e-bikes and banning sales of some currently legal high-speed models.
Dig deeper:
The City Council's proposals would require delivery companies to register for commercial licenses and mandate additional liability insurance for food delivery apps.
They also come after last week's crash near City Hall that killed a 17-year-old who was riding an illegal, high-speed e-bike.
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What they're saying:
On Tuesday, City Council Speaker Julie Menin highlighted the rise in serious injuries connected to e-bikes.
"Compared to last year, both e-bike and e-scooter collisions are up more than 30%. In 2026 alone, there have already been over 500 collisions involving e-bikes. We cannot go on like this," Menin said.
What's next:
The next hearing on the City Council's e-bike safety proposals is on Sept. 30.
The Source: This story is based on FOX 5 NY reporting and information from Mayor Zohran Mamdani's office and the New York City Council.