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Council Member Holden introduces legislation on fire hydrant obstruction and rodeo animal welfare
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Council Member Robert F. Holden introduces two pieces of legislation: Intro 1255 and Intro 1256. The first bill aims to strengthen enforcement against obstructing fire hydrants, while the second seeks to ban inhumane practices in rodeos within New York City.
- Intro 1256 addresses the dangerous practice of obstructing fire hydrants, including covering them with garbage bins or other objects.
- Intro 1255 takes a stand against animal abuse in rodeos, banning practices like calf roping, electric prods, and flank straps.
- Holden emphasizes these as common-sense quality of life bills that reflect a commitment to public safety and compassion.
Robert F. Holden
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Thank you, majority leader.
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Today, I introduced two pieces of legislation, intro twelve fifty five and intro twelve fifty six that reflect our ongoing commitment to public safety and compassion.
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One bill, intro twelve fifty six, strengthens enforcement against the dangerous and irresponsible practice of of obstructing fire hydrants, not just by parking in front of them, but by covering them with garbage bins or other objects to conceal their location.
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These tactics endanger lives by delaying emergency response when every second counts.
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The other bill, intro twelve fifty five, takes a stand against the abuse of animals in rodeos, banning inhumane practices like calf roping, electric prods, and flank straps right here in New York City.
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Animals should not suffer for the sake of human entertainment.
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These are common sense quality of life bills.
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Governments should focus on the issues that directly affect our residents, and I believe both bills will do that.
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Whether it's protecting critical firefighting infrastructure or standing up for animals who can't speak for themselves, this kind of practical leadership this is the kind of practical leadership New Yorkers expect and deserve.
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Thank you.