Covering the politics, policies and people of New York State government.
Donald Trump won the presidency by selling voters on the proposition that he could make their lives better. However, he seems to be proceeding according to rules laid down by Republicans in the Congress who would deprive most Americans of their most cherished security. Said Trump famously, “I […]
Sponsors say new law will improve safety for police during traffic stops Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a law that will require the examination of tinted or shaded windows during an automobile’s yearly state inspection. According to the bill sponsors, many vehicle owners do not realize the windows on their vehicles […]
New bill will crack down on scalpers who use computer programs to buy tickets at unfair speeds and quantities Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation to combat unfair and illegal ticket purchasing and reselling practices in New York. The bill (S.8123/A.10713) creates new penalties for individuals who use computer software known […]
Here are some questions I am frequently asked. I offer them so that you won’t have to write me, although you are always welcome to write. Question: Will the electors who comprise the Electoral College decide to vote against Donald Trump’s election as president? Answer: This is one I get […]
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday sent an open letter to all students in the state of New York following the recent incidents of bias and discrimination reported at universities throughout the state. In the letter, the governor told students that New York will continue to protect all victims of […]
The amount of money spent on lobbying state lawmakers dropped nearly 10 percent between the 2015 and 2016 legislative sessions, according to the state ethics officials. In the session immediately following the convictions of Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver, clients of lobbyists spent $120.2 […]
Sen. Brad Hoylman, prime sponsor of the Child Victims Act (S.7296), is responding with skepticism to a recent announcement that the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York will create a child sexual abuse compensation fund. “I’m glad the Archdiocese of New York is taking responsibility for the untold number […]
Cuomo signs bill to keep NY part of the National Popular Vote compact indefinitely Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday signed legislation that secures New York’s place on the list of states that have joined National Popular Vote compact. By signing this legislation, the governor seeks to guarantee that […]