The Assembly’s Committee on Consumer Affairs and Protection passed a bill Tuesday that would require mandatory labeling of food made with genetically modified organisms, or GMOs. The bill, A.617, passed through the committee with nine affirmative votes. The vote comes on the heels of the controversial federal approval of genetically […]
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AG investigation shows how ‘fixed game’ hurts ticket buyers
An investigation led by Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has uncovered practices and abuses that he says prevents consumers from accessing tickets at affordable prices — or even accessing them at all. Schneiderman also announced settlements with two ticket brokers that were illegally operating without a ticket reseller license. The businesses, […]
Bill would eliminate religious exemptions for childhood vaccinations
The question of whether or not parents should vaccinate their children has long been a topic of controversy, but here in New York, a new bill proposed January 25 would repeal the right to exempt children from vaccinations due to religious beliefs. The bill (S.6017/A.8329) is sponsored by Assemblyman […]