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:
Campaign to improve the lives of senate staffers
More than 75 senate staffers have banded together with the hope of having a union recognized by the chamber's leadership.
Hochul’s Penn Station plan clears early hurdle
An obscure state panel has given an initial green light to Gov. Kathy Hochul's big overhaul of a transit hub in Manhattan.
Short-term rentals disrupt Ulster County housing landscape
A new report from Ulster County Comptroller March Gallagher examined the proliferation of short-term rentals, like Airbnb.
State makes pensions more accessible for public employees
A tweak in the state budget will lower the threshold of public service needed for government workers to access a pension.
State OT costs reach new high in 2021
Deputy State Comptroller for Budget and Analysis Maria Doulis explains what's driving the state government overtime costs.
Lawmaker wants expansive ‘stand your ground’ rules
Sen. George Borrello wants to expand the state exceptions for when New Yorkers can use deadly force in self defense.
New York updates its handgun laws
State Sen. Brian Kavanagh explains the state's new pistol permit process and restrictions on where firearms can be carried.
The future of New York’s top court
The planned, premature departure from the state's top court by Chief Judge Janet DiFiore will shake up the judiciary in 2022.
Living under the municipal tax cap
New York State Conference of Mayors Executive Director Peter Baynes discusses the 2 percent tax cap for municipalities in 2023.
