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State promotes 9/11 survivor assistance programs
The 9/11 Notice Act is designed to spread awareness of programs for people working in the vicinity of the terrorist attacks.
State regulators sign off on health insurance premiums
The Empire Center's Bill Hammond weighs in on premiums for health insurance plans requiring approval from state regulators.
State updates approval process for forest preserve projects
Catskill Mountainkeeper's Kathy Nolan explains the updated process for approving projects in the Catskills and Adirondacks.
Assemblymember Rajkumar discusses migrant crisis
Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar, a supporter of NYC Mayor Eric Adams, has a package of bills addressing influx of migrants.
Assemblymember proposes state work permits for asylum seekers
"It will be up to the courts to strike down our state law, authorizing work permits," said Assemblymember Rajkumar.
Rebuilding student performance after the pandemic
National Parents Union New York State Director Ashara Baker proposes reforms to the state's education landscape.
School and municipal election boundaries subject to new standards
A state voting rights law that took effect in 2023 could result in dramatic changes for local elections across New York.
Ethics watchdog reflects on 2022 and the future
The state Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government released its report on 2022, which tallied lobbying spending.
State legislature OKs speed cameras for Albany schools
Assemblymember Pat Fahy explains her effort to bring speed cameras to school buildings in the city of Albany.
