Albany Agenda
Politics
NAACP Legal Defense Fund backs ‘good cause’ eviction bill
The civil rights organization joined with dozens of Democratic elected officials to oppose attempts to weaken the tenant protection legislation.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
‘Everybody’s watching:’ Brian Kavanagh talks housing and the NY budget
The Senate Housing Committee chair said he “certainly doesn’t need pressure” to find a compromise on housing.
New York State
Policy
Going down the mayoral control study rabbit hole
The state Education Department’s big report recommends a commission to evaluate mayoral control of New York City schools.
Albany Agenda
Policy
Housing activists balk at watered down ‘good cause’ eviction proposal
Gov. Kathy Hochul could agree to a deal that differs significantly from the original bill.
Albany Agenda
Politics
With the passage of April 11 extender, solar eclipse triumphs over state budget
It was a race to see which happened first, and New York lost.
New York State
Politics
Exclusive: Bowman gets fundraising back on track in tough congressional primary
His seven-figure haul could provide a boost after a poll had him trailing by 17 points.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Molinaro opponent touts $1.4 million first quarter fundraising haul
Democrat Josh Riley is attempting to unseat the Republican rep.
Cannabis
Policy
Bill targeting illegal weed shops gets push as budget talks continue
The legislation would revoke the liquor, tobacco and lottery licenses of businesses caught selling cannabis under the table.
Budget
Policy
Criminal justice reform push comes as state budget negotiations drag on
Advocates join in a call for passing a package of bills that make it easier to challenge wrongful convictions and ease financial burdens on incarcerated persons and their families.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Retiring lawmakers leave obscure leadership roles vacant
Help wanted: state Senate vice president pro tempore.
New York State
Personality
Q&A: Julia Salazar on ‘good cause’ negotiations and why Solidarity PAC is nothing new
The state senator talks about the state of play on her landmark housing bill as budget negotiations ramp up.
Education
Policy
Even before Hochul proposed cuts, many school NY districts were struggling
COVID-19-related federal aid is running out, and tax revenues were also impacted by the pandemic.
Politics
Politics
How NY’s establishment Democrats are testing progressives’ staying power in 2024
After the progressive waves of the Trump years, some Democrats are challenging one-time insurgents.
Albany Agenda
Policy
NY lawmakers focused on environmental legislation this week
From Hudson River clean-up to natural gas hook-ups, lawmakers took action on protecting the state’s natural resources.
Albany Agenda
Politics
Who are real estate lobbyists talking to in New York?
A new Housing Justice for All report breaks down the influence peddling.
Albany Agenda
Personality
Basil Seggos wants to trust the science
The departing DEC commissioner says New York is serious about addressing climate change.
Albany Agenda
Policy
Assembly is silent on expanding state cannabis agency enforcement power
The state Senate and the governor both want to expand enforcement powers of the state Office of Cannabis Management.
Heard Around Town
Policy
Lawmakers tackle “epidemic” of vaping at schools
State Sen. Monica Martinez and Assembly Member Charles Fall are sponsoring legislation that would prohibit the sale of vape products that target kids, resemble toys and school supplies.
Albany Agenda
Policy
Legislation seeks to ban fast food surge pricing
A bill introduced by Assembly Member Angelo Santabarbara came as Wendy’s announced it was launching a “dynamic pricing” plan
Albany Agenda
Policy
NY Legislature seems poised to push back on Hochul’s school funding proposal
The governor wants to move money around based on enrollment, but legislative leaders seem skeptical of that idea.
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