Local law · Int 0284-2026
A vehicle theft prevention program
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A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to a vehicle theft prevention program
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would require the Police Department (NYPD) to create a vehicle theft prevention program, whereby the department would provide the public with devices that would help prevent vehicle theft, including but not limited to steering wheel locking devices. The NYPD would be required to provide the public with educational materials on any known vehicle software issues that make vehicles easier to steal, and provide assistance with installing software updates that address such issues. The NYPD would also be required to conduct a public outreach campaign, to make the public aware of the program.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Public Safety
Cosponsors
Eric Dinowitz, Joann Ariola and 6 others
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic7
- Republican1
This bill has cosponsors from more than one party.
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Full history
- Jan 29, 2026
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Jan 29, 2026
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Public Safety
NYC Council