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Zephyr Teachout hopes to revive anti-trust movement in America
Jul 31, 2020 - In her new book, Break ‘Em Up, Fordham Law professor and progressive activist Zephyr Teachout,
State adopts drinking water standards targeting toxic ‘forever chemicals’
Jul 31, 2020 - The state has set new drinking water standards for PFOA and PFOS. Liz Moran, Environmental
Environmental roundup with DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos
Jul 31, 2020 - We were joined by the Commissioner of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation,
Lawmakers force Cuomo’s hand on legal cover for nursing homes
Jul 30, 2020 - Legislation proposed by Asm. Ron Kim (D-Queens) would roll back protections for nursing homes and
Senate GOP propose tougher penalties for crimes targeting police officers
Jul 30, 2020 - The Senate Republican conference pushed a legislative package aimed at increasing protections for police officers.
Legislature approves closure of fracking waste ‘loophole’
Jul 30, 2020 - Environmental advocates cheered the passage of legislation sponsored by Sen. Rachel May (D-Syracuse) that closes
DiNapoli ready to resume spending oversight role stripped by Cuomo
Jul 30, 2020 - The stock market was not immune to the economic impact of COVID-19. Comptroller Tom DiNapoli
Little known unemployment program is helping businesses avoid layoffs
Jul 29, 2020 - In an effort to prevent layoffs amidst this tumultuous economic situation, many states including New
Counties could impose big tax increases if federal aid doesn’t materialize
Jul 29, 2020 - New York’s counties are facing a tough fiscal situation due in part to the COVID-19
