Thousands more NYC street vendors will be able to operate legally under new Council bill

Calvin Baker, a general merchandise vendor in Harlem, speaks at a rally in support of street vendor legislation outside City Hall on Dec. 18, 2025.

Calvin Baker, a general merchandise vendor in Harlem, speaks at a rally in support of street vendor legislation outside City Hall on Dec. 18, 2025.

The mayor hasn’t said whether he supports the measure, but the City Council says the bill would automatically become law after 30 days if he doesn’t act. [ more › ]