NEW YORK—In a bold move to combat noise pollution, the New York City Council is considering legislation that would ban "loud thinking" in all public spaces. The proposed "Quiet Mind Act" aims to curb the disruptive sounds of overactive imaginations, rampant daydreaming, and audible internal monologues, sources say.

"We've had enough," declared Councilwoman Mindy Quietman at yesterday's press conference. "It's not just honking cars and street vendors anymore—people are literally thinking out loud, and it's causing a ruckus. I myself was nearly hit by a cab because a pedestrian's mental debate about lunch options was so loud, it distracted my driver."

Local residents are divided. Harold Knott, a self-described "loud thinker," protested, "I can’t help it if my brain is a Broadway show. Yesterday, my thoughts were singing show tunes so loudly, my neighbor filed a noise complaint. This law would silence the creative spirit of New York!"

Meanwhile, business owners hope the ban will boost productivity. "If my employees stop arguing with themselves during meetings, maybe we’ll finally finish a project before next decade," said Janet Click, CEO of Clickity Clack Tech.

The city plans to enforce the ban with the help of "mental volume meters"—a new tech gadget designed to detect and mute intrusive thoughts. Critics argue it's invasive, but proponents say, "If it keeps my subway ride peaceful, sign me up!"

Whether the ban on loud thinking passes remains to be seen, but one thing’s clear: in New York City, even your brain better keep it down or face the noise police.