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Future of flavored nicotine pouches debate in Albany
After banning flavored vapes, some Democratic state lawmakers are looking to ban flavored nicotine pouches.
Renewed effort to overhaul child custody cases
Kyra's Law would impose new training standards for family court judges and promote child safety in custody cases.
Out-of-state marijuana ending up on retail shelves
We explore why out-of-state marijuana products are being sold by licensed retailers in New York and how it can be stopped.
Hochul sued for slow release of pollution regulations
Environmentalists have sued the state to force the timely release of regulations intended to restrict pollution emissions.
Creating more organ donation opportunities in New York
A bipartisan group is looking to end a state law restricting the organ recipient lists that New Yorkers could be placed on.
State DMV promotes transition to more secure IDs
Air travelers will soon need enhanced forms of identification, so there is a rush for a REAL ID or enhanced drivers license.
Planned Parenthood’s agenda for New York
Planned Parenthood Empire State Acts leader Robin Chappelle Golston discusses fiscal and policy agenda for Albany.
Outdated payment model for health care safety net
The state Medicaid rates for community health centers are based on costs from more than two decades ago.
Promoting locally grown meals in schools
American Farmland Trust wants changes to school meal reimbursements to incentivize more locally purchased food for students.
