Public Meetings - New York City, New York

The New York City Council Committees on Oversight and Investigations and Education jointly held a hearing to examine screen time and the use of digital devices in New York City public schools. The hearing featured opening statements from chairs and city officials, testimony from educators, parents, advocates, and students, and a detailed question-and-answer session with the Department of Education (DOE). The DOE presented its updated AI and screen time policy, which includes screen time limits and a moratorium on generative AI for younger students. Public testimony raised concerns about enforcement, data privacy, student consent, and the effectiveness of the recommended limits. Public Comments & Testimony - Educators and advocates: Dr. Khaledi Salas (neuroscientist) called for an audit of all ed tech platforms. Araceli Sucero (MASA) described negative impacts on immigrant families and students. David Monahan (Fair Play) urged stronger mandates and cited the YouTube lawsuit. Nabeat Hassan (Panel for Educational Policy) criticized DOE's lack of foundational work and called for sovereign municipal tech infrastructure. - State legislators: Senator Andrew Gernardis introduced the Fostering Optimal Classroom Use of Screens Act, proposing statutory age limits, a right to analog learning, vendor registration, and stronger privacy protections. Assemblymember Joanne Simon emphasized the need for proper assistive technology evaluation and warned against off-label use of AI tools. - Parents and advocates: Multiple parents testified about children accessing inappropriate content (pornography, bomb-making instructions) on school-issued devices. Celeste Elias reported being unable to opt her child out of iPads and iReady assessments. Alina Lewis criticized the use of AI tutors like Amira and scripted curricula. - Students: Hunter College High School senior Alma Addi and others raised concerns about AI literacy, data tracking, and lack of consent for pilot programs. They called for transparency and parent involvement. - Organizations: Mary Vicaro (UFT) supported the policy but urged clearer vendor accountability. Julie Samuels (Tech:NYC) worried high school limits were too restrictive. The Child Mind Institute and others advocated for evidence-based mental health safeguards. Discussion Items - DOE policy presentation: First Deputy Chancellor Danielle Junta presented the new AI and screen time policy: no individual screen use for grades 2K–2; recommended 30 minutes/day for grades 3–5 and 45 minutes/day for grades 6–8; a full moratorium on student-facing generative AI for grades 2K–8; limited pilot programs and AI literacy courses for high school. Exceptions include assistive technology, assessments, and centrally approved instructional programs. - Chair Krishnan's questions: Raised concerns that limits are recommendations, not mandates. Asked about YouTube access—DOE stated it was filtered out on all student devices as of the week before the hearing. Also questioned data privacy and parental consent; Chief Privacy Officer Dennis Doyle explained that DOE relies on FERPA's school official exception and has data processing agreements with vendors, but acknowledged audits were not immediately available. - Chair Dinowitz's questions: Pressed for research supporting the 30- and 45-minute limits; Laura Lai cited child development research but promised to share a full list of citations. Dinowitz also questioned the vetting of individual vendors and the lack of independent evidence. He asked about the Technology and Schools Coalition, which will meet monthly and produce a report. - Councilmember Schulman: Asked about assessments exempted from screen time limits and whether parents can opt children out of digital tests. DOE said no opt-out currently exists for core assessments. - Councilmember Morano: Highlighted that digital assessments are exempt, thus a child could have an hour of testing plus 30 minutes of instructional screen time. DOE acknowledged the need for balance. - Councilmember Narcisse: Inquired about health input for the time limits (30/45 min). DOE referred to research and stated the limits are non-negotiable despite the word "recommended." - Councilmember Maloney: Asked about homework, the digital divide, and the capacity to evaluate exceptions. DOE noted that screen time limits do not apply to homework and that devices are provided to all students. Key Outcomes - No votes or formal resolutions were taken; the oversight hearing was held and filed. - DOE commitments: - Will provide a list of research citations supporting the screen time limits. - Will release a list of 38 programs whose AI components have been disabled or which are discontinued. - Will share the framework and metrics for the five high school AI pilot programs before launch (targeted for November). - Will follow up on the number of data privacy audits conducted in the 2025–2026 school year. - Will ensure the Technology and Schools Coalition includes parent and teacher representatives. - Screen time policy: Schools are expected to comply with the recommended limits; DOE described them as "non-negotiable" and will use superintendent feedback loops and school visits to monitor implementation. - YouTube filtering: DOE confirmed that YouTube has been blocked on all student-issued devices (Chromebooks and iPads) as of the week of September 9, 2026. - Legislative proposals: Senator Gernardis's Focus Act was highlighted as a potential state-level path forward, and council members expressed interest in codifying local policies, requiring a public inventory of ed tech products, and strengthening parental consent for data sharing.

The Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management, chaired by Councilmember Justin E. Sanchez, held an oversight hearing on waste valorization and the circular economy, alongside two bills and two resolutions. The hearing featured testimony from DSNY Commissioner Gregory Anderson and staff, followed by public testimony and questions from council members. All agenda items (T2026-2452, Int 0256-2026, Int 0970-2026, Res 0122-2026, Res 0362-2026) were heard and either filed or laid over by the committee. Public Comments & Testimony - Eric Goldstein (NRDC) strongly supported Int 0256-2026 (textile recycling study), suggesting it also analyze other collection options and track end-use of collected textiles. He also supported the other legislation but urged the council to enhance the upcoming Solid Waste Management Plan. - Hannah LeShaw (Bronx homeowner) raised issues with containerization: theft of bins leading to fines, and the lack of a defense for theft, and the need for a pre-booked bulk pickup option for volume spikes. - Claire Mifflin requested pilots for containerization of trash, recycling, and compost for small buildings and storefront residences, and proposed a single district-wide bulky item set-out day. - Srimantika Nika (NYC Environmental Justice Alliance) urged deprioritizing anaerobic co-digestion at wastewater plants in favor of expanding community composting, citing environmental justice concerns and disproportionate waste burdens. - Petra Shiloh and Josefa Marin (canners) testified in Spanish, describing their work collecting bottles and cans, and called for increasing the bottle deposit to 10 cents and expanding the bottle bill to help them survive economically. Ryan Castalia (Sure We Can) supported Res 0362-2026, highlighting the bottle bill's success and the need to modernize it. - Cecilia Ellis (NYPIRG) supported Res 0362-2026, citing potential savings of $34.9–$80 million for NYC from an expanded bottle bill with a 10-cent deposit. - Caitlin Via Toro (NYLCV) supported zero waste goals, textile recycling study (Int 0256-2026), expanded organic recycling, and EPR for packaging, while noting the need for proper composting infrastructure. - Sharon Silberman (Manhattan Solid Waste Advisory Board) supported Int 0256-2026 but noted an existing no-cost program (Refashion with Helpsy) that could serve as a pilot; she cautioned against flooding markets with textiles. Discussion Items - Commissioner Anderson outlined DSNY’s history, current programs (curbside recycling, organics, textile drop-offs), and challenges: textiles are 5% of waste, lithium batteries cause fires, and EPR for packaging could bring NYC over $100 million annually. He supported the intent of Int 0256-2026 and Int 0970-2026. - Councilmembers questioned DSNY on waste categorization, composting space (Rikers Island), food donation, textile recycling (2,500 buildings enrolled, voluntary, low diversion of 4.3%), illegal dumping, litter enforcement, and nightlife district cleaning. - Deputy Commissioner McDonnell and others detailed the Solid Waste Management Plan, construction/demolition waste reuse, and the need for better data. - DEP’s Jane Gajwani discussed anaerobic digestion at Newtown Creek (250 tons/day, biogas heats 6,500 homes) and Hunts Point (up to 400 tons/day, odor controls planned, truck traffic estimated at 15 trucks/day). Councilmembers raised concerns about truck pollution and neighborhood impacts. - Chair Sanchez asked about road salt alternatives (not viable due to cost/volume) and pyrolysis as emerging technology. Key Outcomes - Oversight T2026-2452: Hearing held; filed by committee. - Int 0256-2026 (textile recycling mandate study): Hearing held; laid over by committee. - Int 0970-2026 (nightlife district cleaning): Hearing held; laid over by committee. - Res 0122-2026 (community composting on parkland): Hearing held; laid over by committee. - Res 0362-2026 (bottle bill expansion): Hearing held; laid over by committee. - No votes were taken; all items await further committee action.

The New York City Council convened at 1:30 PM on September 10, 2026, in Council Chambers at City Hall, with Majority Leader Shaun Abreu serving as Acting President Pro Tempore. Fifty members were present. The meeting opened with a Pledge of Allegiance, followed by an invocation delivered by Reverend Dr. V. Simpson Turner, FDNY Chaplain, who honored the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks and prayed for victims, first responders, and the city. Council Member Ossé moved to spread the invocation upon the record. The minutes of the August 13, 2026 Stated Meeting were adopted. The Council acted on a consent calendar, separately voted on several items, adopted six resolutions by voice vote, and introduced dozens of new bills and resolutions. Consent Calendar - Land Use Call-Up M 0091-2026 (Cali Tajadas Bakery & Restaurant sidewalk café, Queens) – approved, 49-0. - Adoption of Minutes of August 13, 2026. - Reports of Standing Committees (amended and coupled on General Orders): - Int 0813-2026-A (tobacco/cannabis license revocation) – approved by consent vote. - Int 0220-2026-A (historical African American burial sites) – approved by consent vote. - Int 0196-2026-C (sodium warning labels) – approved by consent vote. - Int 0547-2026-B (added sugar warning labels) – approved by consent vote. - Int 0866-2026-A (notification signs for disruptive work) – approved by consent vote. - Int 1020-2026 (26 thoroughfare namings for 9/11 memorials) – approved by consent vote. - General Orders Calendar (items not voted separately): - Res 0641-2026 and Res 0642-2026 (200 Kent Avenue rezoning, Brooklyn) – approved by consent. - Res 0643-2026 and Res 0644-2026 (47-03 108th Street rezoning, Queens) – approved by consent. - T2026-0001 (Commissioner of Deeds) – approved by consent. - Other Items Coupled on General Orders (passed on consent): Int 0813-2026-A, Int 0220-2026-A, Int 0196-2026-C, Int 0547-2026-B, Int 0866-2026-A, Int 1020-2026, and the above resolutions – all approved by a 50-0 consent vote. Public Comments & Testimony No public comments or testimony were heard during the Stated Meeting. Discussion Items Speaker’s Remarks: Speaker Julie Menin opened by leading a moment of silence for the 25th anniversary of 9/11. She announced $1 million for school field trips to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, highlighted the release of the city’s 9/11 environmental toxin portal, and celebrated the first day of school and the start of Rosh Hashanah, Hispanic Heritage Month, and various birthdays. She also noted the visit of UK Minister Chris Elmore and the presence of Special Master Alison Lee Turkell for the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund. General Orders Discussion: - Council Member Carl Wilson spoke in favor of co-naming West 33rd Street and 7th Avenue as “Champions Plaza” to honor the Knicks’ 2026 championship. - Council Member Harvey Epstein explained his two bills: Int 0866-A (disruptive work notification signs) and Int 0813-A (penalizing illegal cannabis sales via tobacco license revocation), citing disability access and support for the legal cannabis market. - Council Member Camilla Hanks presented Int 0220-A, requiring a citywide inventory of historical African American burial sites, thanking advocates and descendants. - Council Member Oswald Feliz praised Int 0196-C and Int 0547-B, noting that high-sodium and high-sugar foods contribute to health crises, and urged New Yorkers to know what’s in their food. - Council Member Frank Morano explained his “no” vote on M 0089 (John Mangin to BSA), arguing that Mangin helped design ballot proposals that diminished local land use authority, and that the BSA chair must be independent from community interests. - Council Member Mercedes Narcisse voted “aye” on all items after expressing conditional confidence in Mangin and highlighting the 9/11 memorial street naming in Marine Park, a neighborhood of first responders. - Council Member Ariola’s resolution (Res 0007-A) calling for a mandatory 9/11 curriculum in all New York schools was discussed; she stated children must learn the facts of the attacks without rewriting history. - Council Member Shahana Hanif condemned anti-Muslim rhetoric targeting Mayor Zoran Mamdani and colleagues, asserting that Muslim New Yorkers belong and that grief from 9/11 should not be weaponized. General Discussion (New Bill Introductions): - Council Member Wilson introduced bills on capital project cost benchmarks (Int 1065), time frames for agency approvals (Int 1064), and e-assist pedicabs (Int 1063). - Council Member Maloney announced the co-naming of “Marsh & McLennan September 11th Memorial Way” and introduced Int 1048 requiring disclosure of AI note-taking in mental health care. - Council Member Salaam introduced three bills: seatbelt requirements for people in custody (Int 1054), public drinking fountain inspections (Int 1055), and funeral director parking permits (Int 1056). - Council Member Farah Louis introduced resolutions to preserve TPS for Haiti (Res 0626), designate Wyclef Jean Day (Res 0624), and honor Reggaeton Heritage Month (Res 0625). - Council Member Lynn Schulman introduced Int 1060 adding a 311 category for conditions of incarceration. - Council Member Morano introduced 12 bills, including a property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans (Int 1051). - Council Member Paladino introduced Int 1052 requiring micro-mobility crash data reporting and Res 0636 opposing animal testing funding. - Council Member Banks introduced Int 1023 (electronic HPD registration) and Int 1024 (press credential due process). - Council Member Hanif emphasized support for the Delivery Protection Act and condemnation of Islamophobia. - Council Member Gennaro introduced Res 0622 urging a state residential solar permitting platform. - Council Member Dinowitz introduced resolutions on the Seal of Civic Readiness (Res 0620), arts education (Res 0621), and design-build thresholds (Res 0619). - Council Member Cabán associated with condemnation of Islamophobia and supported Int 1060, while also highlighting a petition from delivery workers for the Delivery Protection Act. - Council Member Hudson directly called out Islamophobic attacks on Muslim colleagues, stating that 9/11 must not be weaponized. - Council Member Brewer introduced bills limiting NYPD radio encryption delays (Int 1025) and creating pedicab relief stands (Int 1026). - Council Member Zhuang honored an officer who saved a life and introduced bills on taxi driver fines (Int 1068) and AI environmental disclosures (Int 1067). - Council Member Lee introduced a contracting reform package (Ints 1045, 1046, 1047) to improve city payments to nonprofits. - Council Member Santosuosso thanked colleagues for support during her maternity leave and highlighted constituent casework. Key Outcomes Votes with Tallies: - M 0088 & Res 0639 (Linda Garcia to Land Bank, Dr. Dave Chokshi to Board of Health) – Approved 44-6-0 (Ariola, Carr, Felder, Morano, Paladino, Vernikov opposed). - M 0089 & Res 0640 (John Mangin to Board of Standards and Appeals) – Approved 40-6-4 (opposed: Ariola, Carr, Morano, Paladino, Vernikov, Wong; abstaining: Banks, Dinowitz, Lee, Marte). - Int 0804-2026-A (lighting fixture illuminance limits) – Approved 46-3-1 (negative: Ariola, Hudson, Nurse; abstain: P. Sanchez). - Int 0906-2026-A (dog waste complaints) – Approved 47-2-1 (negative: Brewer, Hudson; abstain: P. Sanchez). - Int 1027-2026 (7 thoroughfare namings) – Approved 49-0-1 (abstention: Felder). - Consent Calendar (all other items) – Approved 50-0. - Res 0006-2026 (commemorating 25th anniversary of 9/11) – Adopted by voice vote. - Res 0007-2026-A (9/11 curriculum in schools) – Adopted by voice vote. - Res 0082-2026-A (Feast of San Gennaro/Ferragosto) – Adopted by voice vote. - Res 0237-2026-A (Performing Artist Tax Parity Act) – Adopted by voice vote. - Res 0402-2026 (Carmen de Lavallade Day) – Adopted by voice vote. - Res 0429-2026 (Alvin Ailey recognition) – Adopted by voice vote. Directives and Next Steps: - The Council approved zoning changes for 200 Kent Avenue (Brooklyn) and 47-03 108th Street (Queens), each with mandatory inclusionary housing requirements (MIH Option 1, with Option 2 stricken for Kent Avenue). - Speaker Menin announced $4 million for a DOI report on 9/11 records and secured commitment from the administration to release environmental toxin reports. - All newly introduced bills and resolutions (Ints 1020–1068, Res 0617–0637, and multiple land use applications) were referred to appropriate committees for further consideration. - The meeting adjourned at approximately 4:30 PM, with the next Stated Meeting scheduled for September 24, 2026.

The New York City Council Committee on Rules, Privileges, Elections, Standards and Ethics, chaired by Councilmember Sandra Ung, held a meeting on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM at 250 Broadway. The committee voted on three mayoral appointments: Lisa Garcia to the New York City Land Bank, Dr. Dave A. Chokshi to the Board of Health, and John Mangin to the Board of Standards and Appeals as chair. The votes followed a prior hearing on September 1, 2026. Discussion Items - M 0087-2026 – Lisa Garcia (Land Bank): Mayor’s request for advice and consent on Garcia’s appointment to the New York City Land Bank for a four-year term expiring September 9, 2030. Councilmember David Carr expressed support despite his opposition to the land bank’s creation, citing Garcia’s qualifications as Commissioner of Environmental Protection. No other substantive discussion. - M 0088-2026 – Dr. Dave A. Chokshi (Board of Health): Mayor’s request for advice and consent on Chokshi’s appointment to the Board of Health for a term expiring May 31, 2030. Councilmember Carr opposed the nomination, arguing Chokshi’s role in the city employee vaccine mandate was not justified by science and set a dangerous precedent. Others supported the nomination. - M 0089-2026 – John Mangin (Board of Standards and Appeals): Mayor’s request for advice and consent on Mangin’s appointment as a member and chair of the Board of Standards and Appeals for a term expiring October 6, 2027. The nomination generated significant debate. Councilmember Nantasha M. Williams explained her support, noting Mangin’s commitments to proactive community engagement and transparency. Councilmember Chris Banks abstained, expressing reservations about Mangin’s approach to land use and community participation, warning against weakening the Council’s role. Councilmember David Carr voted no, arguing Mangin helped erode Council powers through ballot measures and derided community input. Councilmember Linda Lee abstained (per her statement). Key Outcomes - M 0087-2026 (Garcia): Approved 9–0–0 (all present in favor). - M 0088-2026 (Chokshi): Approved with 8 in favor, 1 opposed, 0 abstentions per the Chair’s announcement (Councilmember Carr voted no). Note: The official minutes record 6 in favor, 1 opposed, 2 abstentions (Banks and Lee listed as abstaining), creating a discrepancy between the transcription and minutes. - M 0089-2026 (Mangin): Approved with 6 in favor, 1 opposed, 2 abstentions per the Chair’s announcement (Carr opposed; Banks and Lee abstained). Note: The official minutes record 8 in favor, 1 opposed, 0 abstentions, again conflicting with the transcription. All three motions carried in committee.

On September 10, 2026, the New York City Council Committee on Environmental Protection and Waterfronts, chaired by James F. Gennaro (absent), convened at 11:00 AM at 250 Broadway – 8th Floor – Hearing Room 1 to vote on Proposed Introduction No. 804-A. The bill, sponsored by Councilmember Phil Wong, sets a maximum illuminance limit of one foot candle for outdoor lighting fixtures on one- and two-family homes in low-density residential areas. After remarks from the acting chair, sponsor, and attending members, the committee voted unanimously (5-0) to approve the legislation. Discussion Items - Intro 804-A Summary: Acting Chair Lincoln Restler (filling in for Chair Gennaro) described the bill, which limits outdoor residential lighting to one foot candle—roughly equivalent to the light from a typical city streetlight. Exemptions include construction safety lighting and decorative displays (e.g., Dyker Heights). Restler emphasized the goal of preventing light trespass into neighbors' homes. - Sponsor Remarks: Councilmember Wong thanked Chair Gennaro and committee staff (Natasha Bynam, Sierra Townsend, Ricky Chala, Tanveer Singh) for refining the original bill. Amendments clarified that illuminance is measured at the nearest neighbor’s window, limited regulation to low-density residential districts, and included a cure period. Wong called the bill “a little bill that will cause a big improvement for the quality of life for millions of New Yorkers.” - Member Comments: Chair Gennaro (participating remotely) praised Wong’s collaborative work and noted that the bill had been discussed at the Democratic conference, where earlier concerns were resolved. He enthusiastically voted yes. Other members present: Kamillah Hanks, Harvey Epstein, Justin Sanchez. Key Outcomes - Vote: The committee voted 5 in the affirmative (Gennaro, Restler, Epstein, Hanks, Sanchez), 0 in the negative, with no abstentions, approving Int. No. 804-A as amended. The bill now moves to the full City Council for consideration. - Next Steps: No further public testimony was taken; the meeting adjourned immediately after the vote.

This meeting of the New York City Council Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Relations, chaired by Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams, convened to vote on six items that had been previously heard: one local law and five resolutions. All items were approved unanimously (7-0). Consent Calendar - Int 0220-2026-A (Majority Whip Camilla Hanks): A local law to amend the administrative code to require a report and map identifying and commemorating historical African American burial sites. - Res 0006-2026 (Speaker Adrienne Adams): Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. - Res 0082-2026-A (Councilmember Amanda Farías): Celebrating the Feast of San Gennaro and the Ferragosto Festival annually in September to honor Italian American contributions. - Res 0237-2026-A (Councilmember Crystal Hudson): Calling on Congress and the President to pass and sign the Performing Artist Tax Parity Act of 2025. - Res 0402-2026 (Chair Nantasha Williams): Declaring March 6 as Carmen de Lavallade Day in New York City. - Res 0429-2026 (Chair Nantasha Williams): Recognizing the life and legacy of Alvin Ailey and his contributions to American dance. Discussion Items - Councilmember Crystal Hudson spoke in support of her resolution (Res 0237-A), noting that artists deserve a tax system that reflects the realities of making a living in the field. - Councilmember Amanda Farías expressed pride in Res 0082-A, stating that Italian American history is New York City history and urging colleagues to vote yes. She noted it had taken a year to get on the calendar and highlighted its importance for the Bronx. - Majority Whip Camilla Hanks gave remarks on Int 0220-A, thanking scholars, advocates, and descendants. She emphasized that New York cannot tell its complete story while the resting places of African Americans remain unseen, and that the bill is a step toward locating, documenting, protecting, and recognizing these sites. - Chair Nantasha Williams provided background on Res 0402 and Res 0429, explaining the historical connection between Carmen de Lavallade and Alvin Ailey. She recounted how de Lavallade introduced Ailey to dance at Lester Horton Studio, and how their careers intertwined, culminating in Ailey's iconic work Revelations. She described the resolutions as fitting to be voted on together. Key Outcomes - A single roll call vote was taken with all six items coupled. The vote was 7 in the affirmative (Williams, Hudson, Louis, Maloney, Ossé, Stevens, Ung), 0 in the negative, with no abstentions. All items were approved by the committee.

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, chaired by Councilmember Shaun Abreu, convened on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 10:30 AM in Hearing Room 2 at 250 Broadway. The sole agenda item was a vote on Proposed Int. No. 866-A, a local law requiring the posting of notification signs for upcoming disruptive work. Discussion Items - Chair Abreu introduced Proposed Int. No. 866-A, sponsored by Councilmember Epstein. The bill mandates that notices be posted within 500 feet of a work site at least 48 hours before disruptive work begins, with exceptions for emergency work and other beneficial infrastructure projects. The Chair read a statement from Councilmember Epstein emphasizing that the bill helps residents and businesses, particularly people with disabilities, plan ahead for unexpected closures. Key Outcomes - The committee voted on Proposed Int. No. 866-A. The roll call resulted in 10 votes in the affirmative (Abreu, Brooks-Powers, Dinowitz, Hanif, Krishnan, Louis, Sanchez, Sanchez, Won, and Wong), 0 in the negative, and no abstentions. Councilmember Marte was absent. The item was adopted by the committee.

On September 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM, the New York City Council’s Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management, chaired by Justin E. Sanchez, held a meeting to vote on Proposed Int. No. 906‑A, a local law addressing dog waste complaints. The committee had previously heard the bill along with related legislation (the Scoop Act) on May 19, 2026, and received testimony from the Department of Sanitation and the public. The proposed introduction was amended by the committee before the final vote. Discussion Items - Proposed Int. No. 906‑A: The bill, sponsored by Chair Sanchez, would require the Department of Sanitation (DSNY) to take action when it receives seven or more credible complaints of dog waste on the same city block within a seven‑day period. Within 14 days, DSNY must dispatch employees to evaluate the block and enforce state and local prohibitions against animal waste in public spaces. The committee proposed and adopted amendments to the bill prior to voting. Key Outcomes - Committee Vote: The committee voted unanimously (11 in favor, 0 against, 0 abstentions) to approve Proposed Int. No. 906‑A as amended. All 11 members present—Sanchez, Hanif, Hankerson, Louis, Maloney, Santosuosso, Thomas‑Henry, Ung, Vernikov, Wilson, and Zhuang—voted in the affirmative. The item now moves to the full City Council for consideration. No public comments or testimony were heard during this meeting; the public comment period occurred at the earlier hearing on May 19, 2026.

On Thursday, September 10, 2026, the New York City Council Committee on Health convened at 10:00 AM at 250 Broadway - 8th Floor Hearing Room 1 to vote on two pieces of nutrition warning label legislation. Chair Lynn C. Schulman presided. Members present: Schulman, Ariola, De La Rosa, Felder, Gennaro, Narcisse, and Wilson. Member Marte was absent, and Member Epstein was excused on medical grounds. The committee considered and voted on Proposed Int. No. 196-C and Proposed Int. No. 547-B, both sponsored by Councilmember Oswald Feliz (who did not appear at the meeting). Discussion Items - Proposed Int. No. 196-C: A local law to amend the administrative code of the City of New York in relation to modifying the sodium warning at designated food service establishments. The bill applies to chain restaurants with 15 or more locations nationally. The introduction had been previously heard in committee; during this meeting an amendment was proposed and adopted by the committee. - Proposed Int. No. 547-B: A local law to amend the administrative code in relation to amending the icon for added sugar warning labels and the amount for civil penalties, and to repeal subdivision b of section 17-199.18 in relation thereto. This introduction was also previously heard, amended during this meeting, and then voted upon. Key Outcomes - Vote on Int. 0196-2026-C: The committee voted to approve the introduction by roll call. The vote was 7 affirmative (Schulman, Ariola, De La Rosa, Felder, Gennaro, Narcisse, Wilson), 0 negative, 1 absent (Marte), and 1 medical excusal (Epstein). Agency rule-making is required. - Vote on Int. 0547-2026-B: The committee voted to approve the introduction by roll call. The vote was 7 affirmative (same members), 0 negative, 1 absent (Marte), and 1 medical excusal (Epstein). Agency rule-making is required. - Both approved bills will now advance to the full New York City Council for consideration. The transcript of the meeting is limited to the chair's opening remarks; no public testimony or additional debate was recorded in the provided materials.