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.
Fossil fuel industry argues for future in New York
New York has ambitious green goals, but do policymakers need to smooth out the transition? Fossil fuel industry says "yes."
Budget director provides update on negotiations
State Budget Director Blake Washington provides a status update on budget negotiations, as the process heads into overtime.
Fallout from prison strikes continues to cost state
The state is continuing to spend more than $100 million a month to operate its prisons after an illegal strike by corrections officers.
The 2030 Census is right around the corner
State policymakers are being encouraged to take steps to prepare for the 2030 count of New Yorkers.
Insurers want more tools to address car crash fraud
The NYS Insurance Association wants car insurers to be able to retroactively cancel policies used for fraud campaigns.