A bodega cat named Marshmellow relaxes on a shelf under a cookie display at Deli & Grill, on New York’s Upper East Side, captured in March 2025. (Photo by Richard Drew/AP)
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced a comprehensive reform package to revamp New York City’s restrictive regulations on small businesses. The initiative, titled “OPEN for Small Business,” proposes over 50 regulatory changes aimed at aiding local mom-and-pop establishments.
Published by the Manhattan Institute, City Journal focuses on urban policy issues. This reform package is an effort to alleviate the burdens faced by small businesses, potentially fostering a more supportive environment for their growth and sustainability.