The Senate Democratic Majority will today celebrate Veterans Hall Of Fame Day in the Senate Chamber and will pass a legislative package to provide additional benefits, protections, and services to New York veterans from Harlem to Hollis. Continue Reading →
Category Archives: New York State
USDA Announces Program That Lets SNAP Recipients Shop And Pay For Food Online
The USDA announced Thursday that it has officially kicked off a two-year pilot program that allows those who receive SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits from Harlem to Hollywood to shop for groceries from online retailers. Continue Reading →
New Report Measures Devastating Impact Of Increased ICE Arrests In New York Courts
A coalition of more than 100 organizations across New York State issued a new report today, Safeguarding the Integrity of Our Courts; The Impact of ICE Courthouse Operations in New York State. Continue Reading →
Advancing New York Values & Protecting Taxpayers From Harlem To The Hudson
The Senate Majority passed the 2019-2020 State Budget that provides tax relief for overburdened New York families by implementing a permanent property tax cap, increases support for New York students by investing over $1 billion more in state education aid, and cuts taxes for middle-class New Yorkers. Continue Reading →
A $500 Billion Per Year Opioid Industry Refuses To Pay A Tax In New York State
With opioid epidemic affecting communities from Harlem to Hollywood, Consumer Affairs reports that the opioid industry says it is being unfairly blamed for the nation’s opioid epidemic and is fighting a New York state law that charges drug makers a tax meant to go towards anti-addiction efforts.
Grants Available To Mark Legends & Lore Locations From Harlem To The Hudson
The William G. Pomeroy Foundation’s statewide Legends & Lore Marker Grant Program, which promotes cultural tourism and commemorate legends and folklore, is currently accepting applications. Continue Reading →
Salmonella From Eggs Sickens From Harlem To Hollis
A source reports that a salmonella outbreak has been traced back to eggs is continuing to sicken people, with another two cases reported in New York state in the past month, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Continue Reading →
New York Just Passed A Bill Banning Cops From Having Sex With People In Custody
Yes! State lawmakers in New York passed a bill Thursday to prohibit cops from having sex with people in custody, closing a legal loophole that has let police avoid sexual assault convictions by claiming sex with detainees was consensual. Continue Reading →
The 2019 State Budget, What You Need To Know From Harlem To The Hudson
Dear Fellow New Yorker,
I am pleased to announce the passage of the 2019 New York State Budget. Continue Reading →