State invests in ‘Imagination Library’ for kids
We explore the state's investment in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and how the program promotes literacy among kids.
State invests in clubhouses addressing serious mental illness
Fountain House's Ken Zimmerman explains how clubhouses use social engagement to serve New Yorkers with serious mental illnesses.
New York codifies expansion of ‘involuntary commitment’ power
Albany Law School's Patrick Wildes discusses the practical impact of changes to New York's involuntary commitment law.
Hochul gets expanded authority to make mid-year budget cuts
Bob Megna, a former state budget director, discusses expanding the governor's spending authority if budget revenues decline.
State cannabis advisor on evolving marijuana landscape
State Cannabis Advisory Board Chair Joe Belluck discusses marijuana showcase events, license applications, and the state budget.
How ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ got an Assembly vote
Assembly Health Committee Chair Amy Paulin explains how she dragged 'Medical Aid in Dying' to a floor vote.
The future of NY’s community healthcare centers
The state budget increases funding for community health care centers, but federal cuts to Americorps will reduce their capacity.
New York reforms lieutenant governor selection process
Former Lt. Gov. Bob Duffy discusses the new selection process for future lieutenant governors that was in the state budget.
Pushback to state’s funding plan for MTA capital plan
Republican state lawmakers and the state business community is raising objections to a plan for funding the MTA's capital needs.
Assembly environmental leader discusses her priorities
Assemblymember Deborah Glick talks about getting harmful chemicals out of products and limiting plastic packaging waste.