Mamdani vetoes school buffer zone bill aimed at blocking protests in front of buildings
Council Speaker Julie Menin is considering attempt to override Mamdani's veto
NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- Mayor Zohran Mamdani is vetoing a bill which would create buffer zones to block protests directly in front of educational institutions.
In a statement, the mayor says the measure would restrict the right to demonstrate at schools, museums and teaching hospitals, which could affect protests against ICE and other issues.
Council Speaker Julie Menin is considering an attempt to override the mayor's veto.
"Ensuring students can enter and exit their schools without fear of harassment or intimidation should not be controversial," Menin said in a statement. "This bill simply requires the NYPD to clearly outline how it will ensure safe access when there are threats of obstruction or physical injury, while fully protecting First Amendment rights."
Meanwhile, Mamdani will allow a bill banning protests directly in front of houses of worship to become law.
The mayor says he believes that is a valid security concern.
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