A quiet close to the year at the Council, with a single bill introduced in the final days of the 2025 session. No votes were held this week.
Bills introduced at the end of a session often carry over into the next Council term for further consideration, though they may also be refiled.
The Council transitions into the new year with Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who took office January 1, 2026, and a newly elected Speaker, Julie Menin, who was chosen on January 7. The coming weeks are expected to bring a heavier legislative calendar as the new administration and Council leadership set their priorities.
Animal welfare bill on rodeo practices filed at end of session
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