Assembly economic development Chair Harry Bronson discusses state budget
April 19, 2021 - As part of the effort to rebuild New York's economy, state lawmakers and Gov. Andrew Cuomo just invested $800 million of federal money into small business grants. Assemblyman Harry Bronson, a Rochester-area Democrat, discusses
Assemblymember Bronson takes on labor leadership
The Rochester Democrat discusses his new role, as chair of the Assembly Committee on Labor.
Legislating 101: The end-of-session sausage making
State lawmakers Pete Harckham and Harry Bronson discuss efforts to pass key bills through the Capitol.
Assembly reviews state’s economic development efforts
Assemblymember Harry Bronson talks about workforce development, infrastructure needs, and oversight efforts.
Preserving call center jobs in New York
Legislation would prevent the immediate displacement of call center workers after a change in government contracts.
Public bank proposed for Rochester
Legislation authorizing municipal banks in New York has stalled, so a pilot program has been proposed for Rochester.
Expanding access to creative arts therapy
Legislation in New York would address insurance practices to make it easier to access creative arts therapy.
Meeting New York’s mental health demands
A new law is designed to expand scope of practice for thousands of health care professionals in New York.
Buying American rock salt
Legislation awaiting the governor’s signature is designed to protect New York’s rock salt mines.
Uneven access to mental health services caused by state’s Medicaid billing
State lawmakers want to expand the types of mental health providers who are allowed to bill directly through Medicaid.
