New York Is 'Heading in the Wrong Direction,' Leaders Say, as State Faces Worst Tax Burden in Country
A new report ranks New York as the state with the worst economic outlook in America for the 11th consecutive year.
Source: nysun.com
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Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon seeks boosted Medicaid rate for nursing homes
Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, D-119, Marcy, has signed onto a budget letter, requesting leaders in the state Assembly propose an increase the Medicaid rate paid to nursing homes in the state.
Source: romesentinel.com
Proposed State 'Social Housing' Authority Would Build Affordable Homes Outside the Private Market
The latest housing proposal to hit the state legislature would create a new Social Housing Development Authority (SHDA) to oversee the development of social housing—homes created “for the public good,” instead of profit.
Source: citylimits.org
'A moving crisis': Mayor Adams again appeals in Albany for state to pick up half of migrant care costs
Mayor Adams is asking for the extension of mayoral control, which he calls mayoral accountability, after it was renewed for just two years ago in 2022.
Source: amny.com
Hochul wins a round on the Albany battlefield
In this world, when you are presented with an opportunity to advance in some field, you often only get one chance. But when it comes to politics and you’re the governor of New York, you get four chances to succeed at the job. Last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul got her second chance to present her blueprint for the future, and she succeeded in winning over many of the state’s skeptics.
Source: liherald.com
New York Senate Finance Committee kicks off budget hearings
New York Senate Finance Committee kicks off budget hearings New York State
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O'Mara: Legislative budget hearings start this week
ALBANY — State Sen. Tom O’Mara, ranking member on the Senate Finance Committee, said Monday that a monthlong series of public hearings on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s 2024-25 proposed state budget
Source: oleantimesherald.com
Participate in the Legislative Hearings on the NYS Budget Proposa
Don't miss the chance to be part of the joint legislative hearings on the NYS Budget Proposal. Share your thoughts on the budget program areas that matter to you.
Source: wnbf.com
Giglio, Borrello concerned about Hochul's school aid proposals
State lawmakers representing Cattaraugus and parts of Allegany counties said they heard some good things in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s budget message Tuesday, but that it did not overcome their questions
Source: oleantimesherald.com
Two legislators who are making a difference
The year just finished wasn’t a good one for politicians, or politics in general. We have two wars, an inept majority in the House of Representatives, an up-and-down economy and the prospect of having two candidates for president who are both highly unpopular. But rather than begin the new year on a down note, I would like to focus on two elected officials who have gained my greatest respect.
Source: liherald.com