Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed raising the age to buy guns to 21 in addition to increasing police patrols of schools across the state. These actions came as response to the mass shooting in Texas that claimed the lives of at least 21 people, … [Read more...]
Antonio Delgado Sworn in as NYS Lt. Governor
Democrat Antonio Delgado was sworn in as New York’s lieutenant governor Wednesday, becoming the state's first person of Latino heritage to serve in statewide office. Delgado was selected by Governor Kathy Hochul after the previous lieutenant … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Adult Survivors Act
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed the Adult Survivors Act which will allow adult sexual abuse survivors the right to sue. The legislation creates a one-year lookback window for survivors of sexual assault that occurred when they were over the age … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Announces $2 Billion in Child Care Assistance
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the largest investment in child care subsidies in New York State history will be distributed. New York State will distribute $2 billion to increase the number of families receiving child care financial … [Read more...]
Suspect Charged with Murdering 10 People at a Buffalo Tops Back in Court Thursday
The White man charged with murdering 10 people at a Tops supermarket in Buffalo appeared briefly in court Thursday. The Associated Press reports prosecutors said that the suspect, 18-year old Payton Gendron, has been indicted on a first-degree … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces Measures to Strengthen Gun Control, Track Domestic Terrorism
Governor Kathy Hochul introduced an array of executive orders and new legislation Wednesday in response to a mass shooting in Buffalo last week. The Associated Press reports Hochul's announcement came days after a White 18-year-old wearing … [Read more...]
Special Master Releases Draft Congressional, State Senate Maps Ahead of Friday Deadline
The court appointed, special master tasked with redrawing New York’s Congressional and state Senate district maps released a draft version of both maps Monday. City and State report the interactive version of the maps were posted online by … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Promises New Gun Control Legislation Following Mass Shooting in Buffalo
Governor Kathy Hochul promised to advance new gun control legislation following Saturday’s mass shooting at the Tops Market on Jefferson Avenue in Buffalo. WBFO reports an 18-year-old White male allegedly killed 10 people and injured three others … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces $35 Million Investment to Abortion Providers
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $35 million investment to directly support abortion providers in anticipation of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade. Hochul directed the Department of Health to create a $25 million Abortion … [Read more...]
Rep. Tom Reed Announces Resignation, Effective Immediately
Congressman Tom Reed has announced his resignation, effective immediately. Reed made a statement on the House of Representatives floor Tuesday, saying, "After almost 12 years in Congress, today is my last day. It has been an honor to serve with … [Read more...]
