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Assemblymember Phil Steck eyes marijuana policy debate
Assembly Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Committee Chair Phil Steck discusses bills impacting burgeoning cannabis industry.
Outgoing NYSUT leader reflects on career as educator and advocate
New York State United Teachers President Andy Pallotta discusses his career before his planned departure this spring.
No clear center of gravity at the Capitol
Who is controlling the state government levers of power in 2023?
Highway superintendents urge increased investment in local roads
Highway superintendents from across the Empire State came to the Capitol to make the case for additional state funds.
Custom home builder consider all-electric buildings future
Matt Whitbeck, co-owner of Whitbeck Construction, discusses possible green changes to New York's building code.
Internet casino games debated in Albany
Senate Racing, Wagering & Gaming Committee Chair Joe Addabbo discusses his legislation authorizing internet casino games.
Child Poverty Reduction Advisory Council members question impact of Hochul’s budget
Child Poverty Reduction Advisory Council members assess limited impact of governor's budget on child poverty.
Workforce concerns are top of mind for Senate Mental Health leader
Senate Mental Health Committee Chair Samra Brouk shares her perspective on the governor's proposed budget.
Fiscal watchdog warns of tax incentive boondoggle
Reinvent Albany's Tom Speaker makes the case for disconnecting New York's tax code from a controversial federal tax incentive.
