Budget likely to include Hochul’s school smartphone restrictions
Restrictions on students' access to smartphones during the school day will likely be part of the state budget.
Senate labor leader talks pay equity and state hiring
Senate Labor Committee Chair Jessica Ramos discusses info for job applicants and attracting federal workers to the state.
Power generators want utilities to stay in their lane
A coalition of energy producers in New York is making the case against utilities launching power generation projects.
Rental conversions eyes for affordable homeownership
The New York City branch for Habitat for Humanity wants to make it easier for rentals to become affordable condominiums.
State guardrails considered for cutting edge AI technology
The tech industry is opposing state legislation imposing regulations on advanced artificial intelligence technology.
Digital ad tax proposed for new unemployment safety net
Internet for Growth's Brendan Thomas raises concerns about legislation imposing a tax on digital advertising in New York.
Businesses wary of expanded construction wage requirements
A coalition of business interests are pushing back on an effort by construction unions to expand prevailing wage rules.
Lawmakers consider expansion of free lung cancer screenings
Legislation in Albany would prevent insurers from charging out-of-pocket costs for recommended lung cancer screenings.
Good government groups hopeful the sun will shine in Albany
Reinvent Albany's Rachael Fauss discusses collecting data on records requests and limiting public disclosure exemptions.
Overhaul proposed for state utility regulator
State Sen. Shelley Mayer wants to overhaul the state Public Service Commission and reform how energy bills are set.
