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:
New York’s unique path to speedy lawsuit resolution
Lawsuits can take years to resolve in New York, but there is a procedural maneuver in state law that speeds things up.
Lawmakers to face outside income restrictions in 2025
Politico New York reporter Bill Mahoney talks about a court ruling on outside income restrictions for state lawmakers.
Legislating 101: A Senate Democrat’s freshman experience
State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez, a Queens Democrat, reflects on his first two legislative sessions in Albany.
Rebuilding the mental health infrastructure for kids
We talk with Ron Richter, CEO of JCCA, one of the largest foster care and family service agencies in New York.
The roadmap to New York’s energy storage goals
The state's utility regulator has updated its plans for obtaining six gigawatts of energy storage in New York by 2030.
New York’s tax appeals processes
We discuss the lengthy tax appeals process in New York, including the work of a three-person tribunal.
Party foul avoided at Utica Boilermaker
State Sen. Joe Griffo explains how a 2023 state law threatened celebratory drinks after the Utica Boilermaker.
Mitigating flood risks in upstate New York
The Upstate Flood Mitigation Task Force is keeping an eye on the Oswego and Mohawk river basins.
Cannabis regulator gets acting leader
Felicia Reid has taken the helm - at least temporarily - at the embattled state Office of Cannabis Management.