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GOP lawmakers push for suspension of state gas taxes
State Sen. George Borrello calls on Gov. Kathy Hochul to suspend the state's gasoline taxes to provide some relief at the pump.
Standardizing food date labeling in New York
New York lawmakers are considering standardizing confusing food date labels and requiring the use of meaningful dates and terms.
NY Dems look to gain edge in congressional redistricting
New York Democrats are pushing redistricting changes in order to gain an upper hand in future congressional races.
Car insurance reforms included in state budget
Assemblymember Jen Lunsford discusses language in the state budget that is supposed to bring down car insurance costs.
New York’s top court invalidates ‘shadow’ foster care program
We talked with Lawyers for Children about a state court decision invalidating an alternative to the foster care program in New York.
Restaurants pushed for proactive allergen disclosure
Allergy Advocates New York wants restaurant menus to disclose some of the major allergens used in their dishes.
Public health advocates look to restrict Teflon cookware
Caraway cookware founder Jordan Nathan makes the case for a bill restricting the sale of pots and pans that use Teflon.
Promoting voting access in New York
Common Cause New York's Susan Lerner makes the case for bills designed to ensure eligible voters can cast their ballot.
School boards digest adopted state budget
We break down what the state budget means for schools, including education aid and the transition to zero-emission school buses.
