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Renewed scrutiny of New York’s bar exam
The New York State Bar Association says it's time to overhaul the content on the bar exam and potentially create new pathways to practicing law in the Empire State
New York’s marijuana gold rush hindered by state’s regulatory rollout
Marijuana was immediately legalized for adult consumption this spring with the adoption of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act, but many components of the new law are awaiting regulations, which can't be issued until personnel are tapped to write the rules.
Lawmakers update local tax rules to ensure big box stores pay their fair share
Senate Local Government Committee Chair Jim Gaughran talks about his campaign to ensure big box stores pay their fair share of taxes, discusses the challenges of local tax assessors and considers the financial shape of municipalities as we emerge from the pandemic.
Small businesses vie for help from $800 million state pandemic fund
Kate Baker, interim director of the New York State Small Business Development Center, explains the ins and outs of an $800 million small business relief fund that began accepting applications earlier this month.
New York State Bar Association wades into police reform debate
As part of the ongoing discussion about reforming policing in New York, a task force from the New York State Bar Association has released its own recommendations for improving law enforcement.
Rochester lawmaker finishes first session with accomplishments, but more left to do
Senate Mental Health Committee Chair Samra Brouk reflects on her time in Albany.
New York City state lawmakers pursue shorter commutes
State lawmakers hear the siren call of municipal office.
Andrew Hevesi is working for New York’s kids
If 2020 was a dark year for New York's child care industry, 2021 has the potential to be the dawn of a new era.
Physicians celebrate vaccine milestone, ready to vaccinate more New Yorkers
Member of Cuomo's COVID-19 vaccine task force depends significance of 70% vaccination mark.













