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Child care task force urges workforce investment
Gov. Kathy Hochul talks about the importance of child care, but her budget doesn't address the industry's workforce.
Potential fallout from Hochul’s involuntary commitment proposal
Gov. Kathy Hochul's effort to increase involuntary commitments has generated a lot of rhetoric, but what will it actually do?
OASAS leader discusses drug abuse recovery
New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports Commissioner Chinazo Cunningham takes on a variety of issues.
Preserving New York land for agriculture
American Farmland Trust New York Policy Director Julian Magnano calls for more funding for farmland protection efforts.
State considers school election flexibility amid disasters
State lawmakers are considering giving school districts more flexibility over their elections if a disaster diminished voter turnout.
Independent living advocates want standard minimum wage
The New York Association on Independent Living wants to eliminate the subminimum wage allowed for people with disabilities.
Expanding access to early college programs
Early college high school programs give students an opportunity to earn college credits and accelerate their academic career.
New York manufacturing industry poised for growth
A manufacturing trade organization in New York is excited about the potential growth of manufacturers in the Empire State.
Senate corrections leader weighs in on prison system
Senator Julia Salazar discusses the prison guard strike, including its impact on facilities and how the state is responding.
