Advocates urge increased investments in problem gambling services
The state investment in gambling addiction resources lags behind the avenues to gamble in New York.
Restoring New York’s natural wildlife and ecosystems
An ancient fish is making a comeback in New York following an 18-year campaign by the state DEC.
Lawmakers want to require overdose reversal medication with opioid scripts
Sen. Pete Harckham says expanding access to opioid antagonists is a critical for combating the opioid epidemic.
Home care industry poised for major shakeup
New York drastically reduced the number of providers authorized to direct home care for vulnerable New Yorkers.
State’s top court has high bar for access
Criminal defendants are having a more difficult time getting cases heard by the state's Court of Appeals.
Bracing for the post-pandemic Medicaid enrollment decline
Without a thoughtful transition, thousands of New Yorkers could be scrambling for health coverage in 2022.
Lawmakers urge Cuomo to preserve expanded access to child care
Without immediate action by the state, thousands of families in New York could soon lose access to child care.
Epidemiologists argue for return of masks in New York
A former NYC deputy health commissioner wants New Yorkers wearing masks indoors again.
Unwanted texts and calls targeted by state lawmakers
A package of bills could drastically reduce the nuisance texts and calls received by New Yorkers.
Lawmakers hope to shift more early intervention costs to insurers
Child advocates hope pending legislation will ultimately result in increased investments in early intervention.
