Local law · Int 0179-2024
Police department tow pound capacity
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A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to police department tow pound capacity
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New York City Council
Summary
This law would require the Police Department to operate tow pound facilities with sufficient capacity to meet a rate of vehicle towing necessary to deter illegal conduct. The Police Department would also be responsible for issuing public reports on tow facility capacity and the Department’s utilization of vehicle towing in response to violations of traffic laws, rules, and regulations.
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Where it stands
The session ended before it was voted on. It was not defeated; it simply ran out of time, which is what happens to most legislation. It would have to be reintroduced.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Public Safety
Cosponsors
Kamillah Hanks, Amanda C. Farías and 5 others
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- Democratic6
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Full history
- Dec 31, 2025
Filed
This Introduction was Filed (End of Session)
NYC Council
- Apr 28, 2025
Hearing held
This Introduction was Hearing Held by Committee
Committee on Public Safety
- Apr 28, 2025
Held over
This Introduction was Laid Over by Committee
Committee on Public Safety
- Feb 28, 2024
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Feb 28, 2024
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Public Safety
NYC Council