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:
Senate Higher Ed chair discusses future of SUNY and CUNY
Sen. Chair Toby Stavisky reflects on how the pandemic has effected New York's colleges and universities.
New York poised to cut food waste in 2022
In January, large food generators in New York will be required to donate leftover food or make sure it's recycled.
Improving patient care through collaboration
A coalition of health care stakeholders have teamed up to ensure a smoother continuum of care for New York patients.
Higher education offers second chance in prison, but access is limited
In November, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill creating a commission to improve higher education opportunities in prison.
State regulators slow to modernize charitable gambling rules
The state Gaming Commission has taken more than four years to promulgate rules for the Charitable Gaming Act.
Parole officers decry loss of discretion
PEF President Wayne Spence believes the state's "Less is More" law will have a negative effect on public safety.
Meeting the mental health needs of New York’s veterans
Assemblyman Jake Ashby, who served overseas, is engaged in a listening tour around New York with his fellow Republicans.
Lawmaker envisions end to horse racing revenue stream
Legislation from Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal would cut off casino revenue from supporting the horse racing industry.
Hochul’s pandemic emergency too little, too late for upstate hospital
Hospital administrator sheds light on pandemic challenges.
