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:
Making cents of New York’s financial plan
We review the updated financial plan with Patrick Orecki, director of state studies for the Citizens Budget Commission.
County mental health officials promote harm reduction
The state Conference of Local Mental Hygiene Directors published a position statement on harm reduction strategies.
Is it time to ban glue traps for rodents?
Assemblymember Harvey Epstein carries a bill prohibited the production and sale of adhesive-based traps for rodents.
Barbara Guinn leads state anti-poverty initiatives
We chat with the recently confirmed commissioner for the State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance.
Fiscal control board floated for struggling school district
The East Ramapo Central School District is heading toward insolvency, according to Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski.
‘Medical Aid in Dying’ debate
We hear from opposing sides of legislation enabling terminally ill New Yorkers to commit suicide with the aid of a doctor.
Public bank proposed for Rochester
Legislation authorizing municipal banks in New York has stalled, so a pilot program has been proposed for Rochester.
Hochul administration sued for use of solitary confinement
The state is being sued for allegedly putting incarcerated New Yorkers with disabilities into solitary confinement.
New York prepares to celebrate Revolutionary War anniversary
Assemblymember Carrie Woerner makes the case for a state commission coordinated celebrations of the Revolutionary War.