New York employers are expected to save more than $50 million dollars in 2024 due to a reduction in the annual workers’ compensation assessment rate. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the rate goes into effect on January 1, 2024. Employers pay an … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Calling On NYS To Negotiate New Gaming Compact With Seneca Nation Before December Deadline
Senator George Borrello is renewing his call for New York State to negotiate a new gaming compact with the Seneca Nation before the current agreement expires on December 9. Borrello said he sent a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul on September 20, … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Legislation Making Changes to Alcohol Laws
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that works to modernize New York’s alcohol laws. Hochul says this is in an effort to expand options for consumers, as well as support New York’s small businesses that serve alcoholic beverages. Part … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces Plans To Increase Supports For People With Mental Illnesses
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that the state plans to increase efforts in supporting treatments for people with mental illnesses. Funding for this effort comes from $1 billion dollars approved in the 2024 State Budget for mental health … [Read more...]
Supreme Court Denies Challenge to NYS Gun Law
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has denied a challenge to New York's provision of the Concealed Carry Improvement Act on background checks for ammunition purchases that recently went into effect. Gun retailers now go through New York … [Read more...]
SUNY Schools Waiving Application Fees For High School Seniors in October
SUNY schools are offering free applications for high school seniors during the month of October. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the fees are being waived as part of New York State College Application Month. Hochul said in a statement, … [Read more...]
NYS ‘Move Over’ Law Expanded To Include Disabled Vehicles
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that expands the state's "move over" law to include disabled vehicles on the side of the road. The law "requires an operator of a motor vehicle to exercise due care to avoid colliding with a vehicle … [Read more...]
NYS Continuing To Crack Down On Illegal Cannabis Sales
As New York State opens the door for more cannabis licenses, Governor Kathy Hochul is also announcing continued aggressive enforcement against the illegal sale of cannabis across the state. Hochul said efforts by the State Office of Cannabis … [Read more...]
Judge Clarence Thomas Moves To Consider NYS’ Background Checks For Ammunition Under Concealed Carry Improvement Act
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has moved to consider a challenge to New York's provision of the Concealed Carry Improvement Act on background checks for ammunition purchases that went into effect a few weeks ago. Thomas agreed to bring … [Read more...]
State Legislators Urging Gov. Hochul To Sign Cannabis Crop Rescue Act
State Senator George Borrello has joined a bipartisan coalition of nearly 70 state legislators urging Governor Kathy Hochul to provide a lifeline to struggling cannabis farmers. Legislators are urging Hochul to sign the Cannabis Crop Rescue Act, … [Read more...]
