Representatives from the New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (NYAPRS) joined with more than 100 direct care staff and mental health advocates to rally on the steps of the Capitol last Wednesday to call on lawmakers to increase funding for mental health recovery assisted living programs. Cries of “fair […]
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Coalition seeks $50 million and new legislation to fight HIV
Legislators and community activists are calling for a $50 million public health investment, safe injection sites, decriminalized syringes and safe housing for HIV-positive New Yorkers. The End AIDS 2020 Community Coalition, made up of 90 different organizations across the state, including Vocal NY and Housing Works, is calling for […]
New law shuts down Airbnb in New York with the threat of heavy fines
A new state law makes it illegal to advertise short-term apartment rentals, essentially putting an end to Airbnb and other home-sharing services in New York state. Fines will be $1,000 for the first offense; $5,000 for the second offense; and $7,500 for the third and later offenses. The bill […]