Audio Vault
Welcome to the Audio Vault for The Capitol Pressroom, where you can find every conversation with host David Lombardo.
Listen to the past episodes:
Lifting the cap on state supreme court judges
Assemblyman Alex Bores wants to overhaul the number of state supreme court judges in New York, particularly in New York City.
School boards association weighs in on state budget
We discuss the state budget's effect on public schools, including funding, zero-emission bus mandate, and school meals.
Progressives look to retire court fees
The Center for Community Alternatives wants to end the fees in the criminal justice system, which they argues are predatory.
Trump looks to restrict New York’s Medicaid flexibility
New York's control over federal Medicaid dollars could be limited after a waiver approved by the Biden administration runs out.
State invests in ‘Imagination Library’ for kids
We explore the state's investment in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and how the program promotes literacy among kids.
State invests in clubhouses addressing serious mental illness
Fountain House's Ken Zimmerman explains how clubhouses use social engagement to serve New Yorkers with serious mental illnesses.
New York codifies expansion of ‘involuntary commitment’ power
Albany Law School's Patrick Wildes discusses the practical impact of changes to New York's involuntary commitment law.
Hochul gets expanded authority to make mid-year budget cuts
Bob Megna, a former state budget director, discusses expanding the governor's spending authority if budget revenues decline.
State cannabis advisor on evolving marijuana landscape
State Cannabis Advisory Board Chair Joe Belluck discusses marijuana showcase events, license applications, and the state budget.
