State education officials restrict use of facial recognition tools
The top privacy official for the State Education Department explains a reluctance to embrace facial recognition technology.
State officials craft plan to guide policies for seniors
The Hochul administration is soliciting feedback for its master plan on aging.
Patient advocates raise alarm about home care vetting
A change in the assessment of home care needs for Medicaid patients could serve as a barrier to vital services.
Medical debt from the collector’s point of view
The head of a debt collection trade association discusses medical debt collection and a proposed pilot program for New York.
State budget director discusses New York’s finances
State Budget Director Blake Washington visits the studio to discuss the mid-year financial plan update.
Former lobbyist’s book offers insights on Planet Albany
Ted Potrikus, who spent decades with the Retail Council of New York State, talks about his new book on his work in Albany.
Orthopedists look to expedite ‘prior authorization’ oversight
Orthopedists want a "gold card" system to help avoid delays in care caused by prior authorization requirements.
Report card assesses policies impacting Adirondack Park
The Adirondack Council's John Sheehan discusses policing from the last year impacting the Adirondacks.
Mobile home owners not immune from affordability crisis
Rural Housing Coalition of New York's Mike Borges discusses affordability protections for mobile home owners.
Senator Cooney discusses marijuana retail landscape
Sen. Jeremy Cooney discusses a recent hearing on adult-use marijuana and future legislative action.
