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BY SENATOR JOHN FLANAGAN In two days, the Democrats give a get out of jail free card to 90 percent of criminals across this state and already we are seeing the devastating real-life impact this holiday season as some of

Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) and New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced that the Governor signed Skoufis’ bill S.5445 into law, authorizing the State Comptroller’s office to audit Local Development Corporations (LDCs) across the state. LDCs operate in

Bill would have added accountability, increased fiscal disclosure, and addressed deceptive and anti-competitive practices Governor Andrew Cuomo this evening vetoed legislation to increase oversight, transparency, and accountability of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). PBMs are companies that manage prescription drug benefits for

A5775/S3966 Provides No-Cost Transportation for Victims of Sexual Assault Assembly Member Joseph R. Lentol (D-North Brooklyn) announced today that a bill he introduced and passed as lead sponsor that will assist victims of sexual assault was signed into law by

Chairman Langworthy taps popular New York City Councilman Joe Borelli to help spread the NYGOP’s messaging in the critical 2020 election cycle NEW YORK, NY — New York Republican Party Chairman Nick Langworthy has appointed New York City Council Minority

BY E.J. McMAHON The Cuomo administration has admitted there is a “structural imbalance” in its massive Medicaid budget, which means the Empire State’s biggest single government program is spending beyond its means. So, what does Gov. Andrew Cuomo plan to

A new law expanding nursing home reporting requirements, quality oversight, and financial transparency was signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo on December 16. The bill, A4757A/S5908, was sponsored by Assembly Health Committee Chair Richard Gottfried and Senate Health Committee Chair Gustavo

BY SENATOR JOHN FLANAGAN The radical left Working Families Party wants Democrats who get its endorsement to stop defending New York taxpayers and talking about taxes, though the far left will be quick to advocate for higher taxes in one

Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C,Ref) is proud to announce that over $30 million has been awarded to organizations and localities within the 118th Assembly District. These funds will be received through Round 9 of the Regional Economic Development Council Awards. “Since joining

Dream’s Law will require New Yorkers with a Central Venous Line to have access to safe and continued care when discharged from a hospital OSSINING, NY – Today, Assemblywoman Sandy Galef and Senator David Carlucci along with health advocates presented 14-year-old,

BY SENATOR PATTY RICHIE It is hard to believe Christmas is here and that 2019 is drawing to a close. Between the holiday parties and shopping for gifts for loved ones, the season always seems to go too quickly. In

Syracuse, NY – Senator Rachel May (D-Onondaga, Madison, Oneida) announced the awarding of grants for water infrastructure projects to the City of Syracuse and the City of Oneida, totaling $7.1 million. The City of Syracuse has received $2.1 million to

BY BRIAN KOLB As we prepare to revel in the upcoming holiday celebrations, it is especially important to remember to do so safely. Many of our holiday traditions, especially our New Year’s Eve celebrations, involve indulging in spirits. Done safely,

Bill delivered to Governor before days before Christmas — but Heastie, Stewart-Cousins are expected to make amendments that include a 30% requirement for minorities.  Albany – Today, State Senator Liz Krueger and Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright were joined by members of

New York’s most comprehensive online database of state and local government union contracts has been updated with the latest collective bargaining agreements for local teachers, police and firefighters. Among the 211 new local government and school district employment contracts on SeeThroughNY.net, the Empire Center’s transparency website, are

Statewide initiative leads the way on finding solutions to challenges families affected by autism face each day The New York State’s Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Advisory Board held its annual public meeting yesterday. This initiative is unique to New York

In March of 2019, Senator James Skoufis, Chair of the Senate Committee on Investigations and Government Operations, opened an investigation into the compliance and practices of public authorities, including industrial development agencies (IDAs), across New York State. The Committee issued

Local Republicans are giddy that Amherst Supervisor Brian Kulpa is preparing to primary businesswoman and fellow Democrat Joan Seamans in the 61st State Senate District, where incumbent Republican Michael Ranzenhofer announced that he will not seek reelection next year. Kulpa