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...]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Addressing Iniquities in Banking System
New York regulators will conduct a study of communities that are lacking banking options and other basic financial services under a measure approved on Thursday by Governor Kathy Hochul. Spectrum News reports the bill seeks to address a … [Read more...]
NY State of Politics: Federal Judge Blocks Democrats Bid to Hold Congressional Primaries in June
New York State of Politics reports a federal judge has denied a bid backed by congressional Democrats to preserve the lines drawn by state lawmakers earlier this year for U.S. House districts in New York for a June 28 primary. Judge Lewis Kaplan … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Working to Strengthen State Abortion Laws
Governor Kathy Hochul is working to develop potential legislation and executive actions to strengthen New York's abortion laws codified into state law and improve protections for out-of-staters and abortion providers. The governor reiterated in … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Appoints Antonio Delgado as Lt. Governor
Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Representative Antonio Delgado to serve as Lieutenant Governor of New York. Delgado, who has been representing New York's 19th Congressional District since 2019, will replace former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin, … [Read more...]
State Lawmakers Approve Legislation That Allows Former Lt. Gov. Benjamin to be Removed From Ballot
The Gothamist reports state lawmakers approved legislation Monday that will allow former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin to be removed from the ballot ahead of the upcoming June primary election. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the legislation Monday night, … [Read more...]
