Strengthening rent protections for mobile park residents
A state law designed to limit rent increases for mobile park residents could get stronger teeth if an update is approved.
State supports to prevent child abuse
The New York Foundling President and CEO Melanie Hartzog discusses programs designed to prevent child abuse.
More transparency considered for Planet Albany lobbying
What if lobbyists and their clients had to reveal their positions on legislation? A pending bill would require that disclosure.
The wild wild west of automated license plate readers
Assemblymember Pamela Hunter wants comprehensive rules and regulations for how automated license plate readers can be used.
Push to preemptively ban octopus farming
Voters for Animal Rights President Allie Taylor explains why New York should ban octopus farming.
Vicious cycle at intersection of criminal justice and mental health
We consider what happens to people facing criminal charges and are found not guilty because of a medical condition.
Cookware companies rally against Teflon restrictions in New York
We consider the merits of legislation restricting the sale of nonstick pots and pans made with Teflon in New York.
Got a capital project? Robert Rodriguez might finance it
We sit down with Robert Rodriguez, head of the state Dormitory Authority, which helps finance many of government capital projects.
Senate transportation chair discusses dangerous drivers
We talk with State Senate Transportation Committee Chair Jeremy Cooney about keeping New Yorkers safe from dangerous drivers.
Shortening prison sentences with good behavior
We highlight legislation making it easier for incarcerated New Yorkers to shorten their prison sentences with good behavior.
