Car insurance reforms included in state budget
Assemblymember Jen Lunsford discusses language in the state budget that is supposed to bring down car insurance costs.
New York’s top court invalidates ‘shadow’ foster care program
We talked with Lawyers for Children about a state court decision invalidating an alternative to the foster care program in New York.
Restaurants pushed for proactive allergen disclosure
Allergy Advocates New York wants restaurant menus to disclose some of the major allergens used in their dishes.
Public health advocates look to restrict Teflon cookware
Caraway cookware founder Jordan Nathan makes the case for a bill restricting the sale of pots and pans that use Teflon.
Promoting voting access in New York
Common Cause New York's Susan Lerner makes the case for bills designed to ensure eligible voters can cast their ballot.
School boards digest adopted state budget
We break down what the state budget means for schools, including education aid and the transition to zero-emission school buses.
Division over legislative action on psilocybin
Assemblymember Pat Burke discusses the legislative efforts to make psilocybin available for mental health conditions in New York.
Senate Confirmapalooza
At the end of the legislative session, you can generally count on dozens of rushed confirmations through the state senate.
New York restricts working relationships with ICE
Assemblymember Catalina Cruz discusses new laws redefining the relationship between local law enforcement and immigration officials.
Cannabis regulators solicit feedback from young New Yorkers
NY OCM Chief Medical Officer Dr. June Chin discusses the findings from a listening tour that solicited feedback from young people.
