In a significant move for animal rights and urban policy, New York City is set to ban horse-drawn carriages, particularly in Central Park, following a deal struck between City Council Speaker Julie Menin and Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The council is expected to vote on a bill that will officially end the horse carriage industry, with the ban anticipated to take full effect in 2028. This decision comes amid growing concerns over the welfare of horses in urban environments and follows a series of incidents highlighting the risks associated with horse-drawn carriages. Supporters of the ban, including singer Kim Petras, have expressed gratitude for the initiative aimed at phasing out this historic yet controversial aspect of city life.