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The New York City Council is the lawmaking body of NYC, led by @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social
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Today, the Committees on Technology and Civil and Human Rights held a joint oversight hearing on privacy protection in the digital age, examining how City policies can keep pace with evolving data practices and safeguards.
Jennifer Gutiérrez speaking at a New York City Council meeting with the American and New York City flags behind her. Man in a suit speaking into a microphone during a formal meeting with a clock showing 9:10 on the wall behind him. Council member Robert Holden wearing a dark plaid blazer and a headset, seated indoors with a blurred office background. Council Member Nantasha Williams attentively listening during a Committee on Civil and Human Rights meeting in a modern conference room.
December 8, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Today, the Committee on Immigration held a hearing to review several proposed bills, including legislation regarding a private right of action related to civil immigration detainers and local cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
Council Member Alexa Aviles holding up a document during a Committee on Immigration hearing with American and New York City flags in the background. A person wearing a colorful sweater and pink MIXTEC shirt testifies at a Committee on Immigration hearing with a microphone in a formal wood-paneled room. Council Member Tiffany Cabán seated at a conference table with a tablet, microphone, coffee cup, and documents during a Committee on Immigration hearing. Council Member Gale Brewer seated at a council desk at a Committee on Immigration hearing, appearing focused and engaged.
December 8, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Below-freezing temps are here 🥶

During heat season through May 31, landlords must provide heat and hot water by law.

Know your rights: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/heat-and-hot-water-information.page
NYC heat season active until May 31 with indoor temps set to 68°F from 6AM-10PM when outside is below 55°F.
December 8, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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December 8, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Join us for our annual Chanukah Celebration in Council Chambers next Monday, December 15th! 🕎

Doors Open: 5:00PM
Start: 5:30PM

RSVP: https://council.nyc.gov/events/events/chanukah-celebration-2025/
Blue and gold Chanukah celebration invitation featuring a menorah, Star of David, and gift icons with event details for December 15, 2025.
December 8, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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December 5, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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December 5, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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The Department of Youth & Community Development has received a D grade in our latest agency report card.

The agency plays a critical role in expanding opportunities for young people, but impediments caused by the mayoral admin have led to chronic understaffing and limited program expansion.
December 5, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Today, the Council held its Stated Meeting, advancing major legislation to strengthen water safety, expand school health protections, improve construction standards, support small businesses, and increase transparency across City agencies.
Council members Krishnan and Won engaged in a serious conversation while seated at a wooden table in Council Chambers. Council member Susan Zhuang in a bright pink blazer speaking into a microphone at a Stated meeting, seated at a desk with papers in front of her. Council Member Julie Menin sitting in a leather chair, hands clasped together in front of her, in a formal meeting room. Council Member Linda Lee in a light blazer and navy top seated in Chambers with ornate wood paneling and leather chairs at a Stated meeting.
December 4, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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INT 1397-A, sponsored by CM Gennaro, directs OLTPS, @nycwater.bsky.social and @nycbuildings.bsky.social to study and propose construction code changes to address stormwater flooding. @nycbuildings.bsky.social would identify properties in 10-year rainfall flood zones, share flood risk info, and more.
Red NYC Council graphic with a ‘Passed!’ banner. A paper card reads: INT. 1397-A. Establishing Base Flood Elevation and Climate Resilient Construction Standards. Sponsored by Council Member James Gennaro, CD-24, Queens, with his headshot.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 1423-A, sponsored by CM Althea Stevens, requires @nyc-dot.bsky.social to publish an online inventory of all City-owned retaining walls under its jurisdiction that are 10 feet or higher by October 1, 2026, supporting transparency and strengthening oversight of critical infrastructure.
Red NYC Council graphic with a ‘Passed!’ banner. A paper card reads: INT. 1423-A. Providing Inventory of City-Owned Retaining Walls. Sponsored by Council Member Althea Stevens, CD-16, Bronx, with her headshot.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 796-A, sponsored by CM Althea Stevens, requires @nycbuildings.bsky.social to send monthly emails to Council Members and community boards listing new sidewalk shed permits issued in the prior month, helping communities stay informed about local construction.
Red NYC Council graphic with a ‘Passed!’ banner. A paper card reads: INT. 796-A. Providing Community Notice for Sidewalk Shed Permits. Sponsored by Council Member Althea Stevens, CD-16, Bronx, with her headshot.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 1456-A, sponsored by @justinbrannan.bsky.social, extends the moratorium on fines for certain awning & sign violations until 2028. It also requires @nycbuildings.bsky.social to run a public education campaign to help small businesses work with licensed professionals to hang signs safely.
Red NYC Council graphic with a ‘Passed!’ banner. A stacked paper card reads: INT. 1456-A. Extending Moratorium on Fines for Awnings and Accessory Signs. Sponsored by Council Member Justin Brannan, CD-47, Brooklyn, with his headshot.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 1154-A, sponsored by CM Julie Menin, would require @nyc-dot.bsky.social to test high-visibility pavement markings that could be more visible to road users in poor driving conditions.
Red NYC Hall graphic with ‘Passed!’ banner. A paper card reads: INT. 1154-A. Testing High Visibility Pavement Markings. Sponsored by Council Member Julie Menin, CD-5, Manhattan, with her headshot
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 1425-A, sponsored by CM Susan Zhuang, requires @nycparks.bsky.social to submit quarterly reports on Parks Enforcement Patrol and Park Ranger staffing levels, along with the incidents they respond to, to improve transparency and support stronger park safety and operations.
Red NYC Hall graphic with ‘Passed!’ banner. A paper card reads: INT. 1425-A. Reporting on Park Enforcement Patrol and Park Ranger Staffing Levels. Sponsored by Council Member Susan Zhuang, CD-43, Brooklyn, with her headshot
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 1384-A, sponsored by CM Linda Lee, updates site safety training (SST) requirements to include 2 SST credits on mental health and wellness, suicide prevention, and alcohol and substance use, ensuring construction workers receive essential training to support their well-being.
Red NYC Hall graphic with ‘Passed!’ banner. A paper card reads: INT. 1384-A. Requiring Mental Health Programs in Construction Safety Training. Sponsored by Council Member Linda Lee, CD-23, Queens, with her headshot.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INTs 895-A and 1002-A, sponsored by CMs Menin and Marmorato, require all schools and childcare facilities to stock EpiPens and, once FDA authorized, airway clearance devices. These bills ensure lifesaving tools are available and catalogued across school buildings.
Red NYC Hall graphic with ‘Passed!’ banner. A double-sponsored paper card reads: INT. 895-A and INT. 1002-A. Requiring Schools to Stock Safety Devices. Sponsored by Council Members Julie Menin, CD-5, Manhattan, and Kristy Marmorato, CD-13, Bronx, with their headshots.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 1217-A, sponsored by CM Susan Zhuang, requires @nychealthy.bsky.social to inspect buildings within 14 days of any rat complaint to 311 and publish inspection/enforcement reports online. This will strengthen transparency and improve responses to rodent issues in NYC neighborhoods.
Red NYC Hall graphic with ‘Passed!’ banner. A paper card reads: INT. 1217-A. Requiring Building Inspections Following 311 Complaints of Rats. Sponsored by Council Member Susan Zhuang, CD-43, Brooklyn, with her headshot
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 1225-A, sponsored by CM Julie Menin, establishes an Office of the Census to maximize local participation in the federal count. The office will operate during the lead up to each U.S. census and up to six months after to support a full and accurate count for New Yorkers.
Red NYC Hall graphic with a ‘Passed!’ banner. A paper card reads: INT. 1225-A. Establishing the Office of the Census. Sponsored by Council Member Julie Menin, CD-5, Manhattan, with her headshot.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INTs 988-A, 1058-A, and 1059-A, sponsored by CM Shekar Krishnan, strengthen water safety and expand awareness of public pool access by requiring @nycparks.bsky.social to publish an online pool map, study lifeguard training pathways for students, and share water safety information citywide.
Red graphic with NYC Hall and a ‘Passed!’ banner. A stacked paper card reads: INT. 988-A, INT. 1058-A, INT. 1059-A. Strengthening Water Safety and Awareness of Public Pool Access. Sponsored by Council Member Shekar Krishnan, CD-25, Queens, with his headshot.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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INT 1392-A, sponsored by @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social, requires payments for certain Department of Homeless Services & Office of Criminal Justice contracts. Starting July 2027, covered contracts will receive at least 25% of their annual value at the start of each quarter.
Red graphic featuring NYC Hall with a ‘Passed!’ banner. Below, a paper-style card reads: INT. 1392-A. Improving City Contract Payment Process for Nonprofits. Sponsored by Speaker Adrienne Adams, CD-28, Queens, with her headshot.
December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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That’s a wrap for today’s Stated Meeting!

Read on to learn more about the legislation passed today. 🧵
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December 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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BREAKING: The Council has voted to override the mayor's vetoes of INTs 1372, 982-A, 984-A, and 1248-B. These bills protect CityFHEPS recipients from rent hikes, strengthen pay equity and reporting, and codify the existing NYC Mayor's Office of Contract Services to improve City procurement.
Graphic with a red gradient background. Large text reads: Breaking News. NYC Council overrides Mayor Adams’ vetoes of bills to prevent rent increases on CityFHEPS recipients and advance pay equity. The New York City Council seal and website URL appear at the bottom
December 4, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Join us in congratulating Harvey Epstein, who was sworn in today as the Council Member for District 2!
Council Member Harvey Epstein a blue suit raises his right hand while taking an oath in a courtroom with four people standing behind him. Council Member Harvey Epstein in a blue blazer and woman with a colorful scarf standing inside a wood-paneled room with red chairs. Council Members stand with Harvey Epstein dressed in formal and semi-formal attire together in a wood-paneled room with red carpet and empty chairs behind them. Council member Harvey Epstein in a blue blazer sitting at a wooden desk with a microphone in a formal meeting room with red leather chairs.
December 4, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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During today’s General Welfare hearing, Council Member Althea Stevens pressed NYC Human Resources Administration and the Department of Social Services on CITYFHEPS access for homeless and runaway youth, highlighting the urgent need to break the cycle of homelessness early.

Watch her exchange:
December 4, 2025 at 12:16 AM