Welcome to the Audio Vault for The Capitol Pressroom, where you can find every conversation with host David Lombardo.
Green agenda faces uphill battle in 2024
Holding the line on clean water funding was the big environmental win in the state budget.
Former energy regulator analyzes transmission siting changes
The state budget includes overhauling the transmission siting process in New York, but what will it really do?
New York commits to new online elections database
Elections information traditionally maintained by local boards of elections will be available on a state website in 2026.
Primary care access is limited in parts of Empire State
A new study from the Primary Care Development Corporation highlights the primary care landscape in New York.
New York continues to invest in abortion access
Assemblymember Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas talks about a $25 million state commitment to expand access to abortion services.
The school board perspective on the state budget
New York State School Boards Association's Brian Fessler talks about education aid, foundation aid calculations and more.
New York looks to grow its community gardens
The state Department of Agriculture and Markets is investing in community and urban gardens around New York.
Upstate hospitals avoid worrisome Medicaid rates
Officials from the Iroquois Healthcare Association discuss the state budget and what it means for their operations.
Immigration coalition evaluates the state budget
New York Immigration Coalition CEO Murad Awawdeh talks about $2.4 billion for asylum seekers and other budget issues.
Changing rules for personalized care of people with developmental disabilities
Changes to self-directed care of New Yorkers with developmental disabilities raises red flag for providers.