Calls to ban horse-drawn carriages in New York City have been renewed following the death of a 16-year-old carriage horse named Dennis in Central Park. The horse collapsed and died while giving a carriage ride, sparking outrage and calls for action. Mayor Mamdani has expressed his support for ending the horse-drawn carriage trade in the city, stating that he looks forward to working with union partners and community leaders to achieve this goal.

Ryder's Law, a bill that would prohibit the issuance of new horse-drawn carriage licenses and prevent working horses from being sold to other carriage drivers or sent to slaughter, has gained momentum in light of Dennis' tragic death. Many celebrities and animal rights groups have joined the push for a ban, emphasizing the cruel conditions faced by carriage horses. City Council has responded by announcing the introduction of multiple bills to address the issue and gather input from stakeholders as the debate over banning horse-drawn carriages continues to unfold.