– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today ( June 14 2024 ) released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Garland v. Cargill, which overturned the federal prohibition on bump stocks — deadly devices that effectively convert assault weapons into machine guns. That prohibition was instituted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms…
Mayor Adams expressed his steadfast support for Israel and condemned the actions of Hamas, emphasizing the importance of protecting New York’s Jewish community and combating antisemitism. He also discussed measures being taken to ensure safety during the upcoming Israel parade and addressed challenges related to the migrant crisis, highlighting legal constraints and efforts to manage…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Philip Banks III, and New York City Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Edward A. Caban today announced the launch of a pilot program utilizing technology to protect public safety — including by combatting retail theft, quality-of-life offenses, and crime overall — while simultaneously increasing…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, in collaboration with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and Cornell University, announced the inaugural National Urban Rat Summit for September 18 to 19, aiming to unite researchers and municipal experts to exchange best practices in rodent control. This summit aligns with the city’s comprehensive…
Mayor Eric Adams, Governor Kathy Hochul, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey have unveiled plans to revitalize the Brooklyn Marine Terminal, marking a significant step towards transforming it into a modern maritime port and community hub. The agreement includes the transfer of control to the city and Port Authority, aiming to…
Mayor Adams and DOHMH Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan announced that over 12,000 families have been served with maternal and infant health services through the New Family Home Visits Initiative, addressing racial disparities in maternal health for Black and Brown New Yorkers. This milestone advances the Adams administration’s goal in HealthyNYC to reduce Black maternal mortality…
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