Editorial | After lame protest buffer zone bill decisions, we ask: Whose side is Mayor Mamdani on? | amNewYork
Mayor Mamdani failed to sign a bill protecting Jewish community gatherings, missing an opportunity to demonstrate support despite his stated commitment.
Mamdani vetoes one protest buffer zone bill, allows' another to become law | amNewYork
Mayor Mamdani rejected Intro. 175-B due to concerns over constitutional rights and its broad definition of educational institutions affecting protests.
This is a new version of the original bill, which set a buffer zone of up to 100 feet. This version would let the NYPD decide whether there should be a buffer zone, how big it will be and and how long it will be enforced.
NYC bill restricting protests outside religious and educational institutions gains steam
A revised City Council bill addressing protests at houses of worship and educational facilities gained NYPD endorsement after removing a controversial 100-foot buffer zone provision, though critics argue it lacks substantive measures.
Critics of NY synagogue protest 'buffer zone' bill demonstrate outside City Hall hearing - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
New York City Council held its first hearing on a bill establishing buffer zones around houses of worship, with protesters opposing it on free speech grounds and supporters backing protections for synagogues.