
New York City Enacts Laws to Boost Public Bathrooms, Drinking Fountains, and Opioid Overdose Prevention in Jails
On July 12, 2025, New York City enacted three new laws to improve public health and safety. Local Law 92 enhances transparency in the city’s plan to expand public restrooms to 2,120 over ten years by mandating detailed progress reports on bathroom projects. Local Law 93 requires the addition of at least 50 new outdoor…