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New York’s rebounding pandemic economy
While the state unemployment rate is almost back to pre-pandemic levels, some sectors of the economy are struggling.
Tax relief for New Yorkers in the budget
Assemblyman Fred Thiele discusses a property tax rebate program and an acceleration of a reduction in state income tax rate.
State offers lifeline to families in crisis
State Office of Children and Family Services Commissioner Sheila Poole discusses a new hotline for families in New York.
Looking ahead with Senate Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins
The Westchester County Democrat discusses what could be in store for the final weeks of the legislative session in Albany.
Expanding access to birth control prescriptions
Pending legislation would empower pharmacists to write prescriptions for birth control medication and then dispense it.
Protecting against weight and height discrimination
Sen. Brad Hoylman makes the case for a bill making weight and height protected categories for the purpose of hiring.
Unfinished work to ensure limousine safety
Times Union reporter Larry Rulison provides an update on the state's stretch limousine safety task force.
Going green with DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos
State DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos talks about the budget and the work of the Climate Action Council.
Possible public power future for Long Island
Sen. Jim Gaughran, a Long Island Democrat, is hoping to restructure the way Long Islanders get their electricity.













