New York State
News & Politics
NY lawmakers ask House GOP not to block AI regulations
New York has regulated AI companies when Congress has failed to do so – but House Republicans hope to put a stop to that.
Health Care
Poll finds majority support for Medical Aid in Dying Act
Although the Catholic Church opposes the bill, the new poll found that 65% of Catholic New Yorkers believe terminally ill patients should be able to end their lives with a doctor’s help.
Policy
Unions back not one, but two sentencing reform measures
After previously supporting the Earned Time Act, several unions are calling on state leaders to also pass the Second Look Act before the end of the legislative session
Interviews & Profiles
Adriano Espaillat says immigration should still be a winning issue for Democrats
And for that reason, he finds Eric Adams' relationship to President Donald Trump “very troubling.”
New York State
Lawmakers press state prisons commissioner at hearing
The commissioner asked legislators for greater power to discipline problem corrections officers.
Campaigns & Elections
Shaping the future of New York’s state’s voter registration
City & State’s upcoming 2025 Democracy in New York: Defending and Securing Voting Rights Forum features a presentation by Professor John Mollenkopf of CUNY’s Graduate Center and three panel discussions.
Albany Agenda
Employers of domestic workers push for legislation to protect immigrants
In addition to spreading fear in immigrant communities, the Trump administration’s mass deportation plans could hurt the state’s economy.
Editor's Note
Editor’s note: Ensuring Penny the Chihuahua ‘gets the justice she deserves’
Lawmakers answer the call with legislation to enhance pet protections and hold owners criminally accountable for their animals.
Albany Agenda
Which bills could pass now that the budget is done?
Elder Parole, the NY HEAT Act and Medical Aid in Dying are some of the controversial pieces of legislation that the Legislature is expected to consider before session ends in June.
50 Over 50 Alumni
50 Over 50 Alumni
A decade of celebrating New York leaders over the age of 50.
50 Over 50 Alumni
H. Carl McCall isn’t done with New York politics just yet
A Q&A with the former state comptroller.
50 Over 50 Alumni
How Randi Weingarten’s career prepared her to take on Trump
A Q&A with the veteran education labor leader.
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50 Over 50 Alumni
Marisa Lago decries the retreat from the international order
A Q&A with the veteran city, state and federal official.
50 Over 50 Alumni
Brian Lehrer on why coverage of local communities is so important
A Q&A with the longtime WNYC host.
50 Over 50 Alumni
Elizabeth Holtzman on her groundbreaking career and the ‘horror’ of the new Trump era
A Q&A with the former trailblazer from Brooklyn.
Opinion
Opinion: The time for smart, responsible AI regulation is now
The RAISE Act ensures groundbreaking AI developers have a safety plan.
Budget
Fierce debate over standards for religious schools prompted last-minute budget delays
The state Senate and Assembly were split over whether to relax educational standards for yeshivas and other private schools.
Budget
The most important things included in the state budget
The $254 billion state budget includes changes to the discovery law and involuntary commitment standards as well as new affordability measures and a criminal charge related to wearing masks.
Events
State levels playing field for home buyers, creates pathways for affordable housing
New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner Ruth Anne Visnauskas discussed efforts underway to help New Yorkers at City & State’s 2025 Affordable Housing Summit.
News & Politics
It’s (finally) budget time
Lawmakers finished passing the state budget on Thursday night, over a month after it was due.
