Gov. Kathy Hochul says the recent surge in violence in the subway "cannot continue."It's been an especially violent few weeks in the subway system. This week alone, a man survived being shoved onto the tracks and fracturing his skull.

Following a series of violent subway crimes allegedly committed by individuals with mental health issues, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed new legislation to improve access to mental health assistance.

The move comes after several high-profile violent incidents in the New York City subway system, including the death of a woman who was set on fire.