Council announces legislation to regulate Elmos

Clifford Michel
City Councilman Andy King announced legislation today to regulate costumed people in New York City, citing safety issues for the public as well as the costume-wearers.

The Costumed Individuals legislation, which will be formally introduced in the Council on Sept. 10, requires people dressed as characters such as Elmo and Mickey Mouse to wear a city-issued identification card somewhere visible, with an up-to-date photo. It also requires that the people in costumes stand at least five feet away from entrances to train stations when offering to pose for pictures and soliciting tips.
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