The New York State Senate Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on July 21, 2022 - 18:33 GMT

Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins Appoints Members to the Legislative Commission on the Future of the Long Island ...

Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins has appointed Senators Kevin Thomas, James Gaughran, and James Sanders, Jr., to serve on the Legislative Commission on the Future of the Long Island Power Authority. Senator Kevin Thomas will be serving in the …

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Published on July 21, 2022 - 18:33 GMT

Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins Announces Nominees to Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government

(Albany, NY) Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins announced today her intention to nominate Seymour W. James, Jr., Esq. and Claudia L. Edwards, Ph.D., to the Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government. Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins …

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Published on July 1, 2022 - 19:15 GMT

Senate Acts on SCOTUS Ruling Invalidating New York’s Concealed Carry Law

“Even as the gun industry attacks our sensible gun laws, our communities, and our children, we know we can count on New York State's leadership to protect us time and time again," said Rebecca Fischer, executive director of New Yorkers Against Gun …

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Published on July 1, 2022 - 17:57 GMT

Senate Advances Amendment to Codify Abortion, Contraception, and Stronger Equal Rights in State Constitution

Sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, the proposed amendment expands equal protection under the law to several new identity classes, including on the basis of: Ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, and sex. Sex includes sexual …

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Published on June 3, 2022 - 03:50 GMT

Senate Takes Action on Gun Violence Prevention

The New York State Senate passed legislation to strengthen gun safety measures and ensure deadly weapons stay out of the wrong hands. The legislation will update the criminal code to make the threat of mass harm a crime; require microstamping of ammunition …

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Published on June 2, 2022 - 01:16 GMT

New York State Build Public Renewables Act Passes Senate

The New York State Build Public Renewables Act authorizes the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to develop and implement renewable energy projects that will ensure New York State can meet the goals laid out in the 2019 Climate Leadership and Community …

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Published on June 1, 2022 - 18:44 GMT

Senate Passes John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York

L. Joy Williams, President of Brooklyn NAACP and Legislative Director for the NAACP New York State Conference of Branches said, “The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York represents hope for New Yorkers of color who are entitled to an equal …

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Published on June 1, 2022 - 18:44 GMT

Measures to Protect Access to Reproductive Healthcare Pass Senate

Bill sponsor Senator Alessandra Biaggi said, “In light of SCOTUS' projected opinion to overturn Roe v. Wade, New York must strengthen its standing as a safe haven for people seeking reproductive care. We must protect anyone who travels to New York …

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Published on May 25, 2022 - 22:49 GMT

Senate Acts to Combat Opioid Crisis, Improve Treatment Programs

Prohibits Co-Payments for Treatment at an Opioid Treatment Program: S.5690, sponsored by Senator Pete Harckham, prohibits insurance companies from imposing co-payments for treatment at an opioid treatment program. Ensure Availability of Buprenorphine in …

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Published on May 25, 2022 - 22:49 GMT

Senate Passes Fair Marketplace Practices Legislation

The Twenty-First Century Anti-Trust Act: S933C, sponsored by Senator Michael Gianaris, prohibits business actions or practices that establish or maintain a monopoly, monopsony or restraint of trade, requires pre-merger notifications to the Attorney General …

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Published on May 25, 2022 - 17:54 GMT

Senate Passes Legislation to Address Medication Accessibility, Affordability

Cap On Cost Sharing For Insulin: S.1413, sponsored by Senator Gustavo Rivera, reduces the cap on cost-sharing for insulin from the current $100 per insulin per month to $30 per month. Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage Program Eligibility: S.2535A, …

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Published on May 20, 2022 - 04:27 GMT

Senate Passes Economic Development Reforms Protecting Taxpayer Dollars in Public Projects

Ron Deutsch, Director, New Yorkers for Fiscal Fairness said, “The package of bills passed by the New York State Senate will go a long way to restore transparency and accountability to a broken system that has long been in need of reform. Restoring the …

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Published on May 20, 2022 - 04:27 GMT

Senate Passes Disability Protection Package

Supported Decision-Making: S.7107-B, sponsored by Senator John Mannion, would add a new article to the Mental Hygiene Law, legally recognizing Supported Decision-Making Agreements allowing for decision-making support to be formalized by individuals in need …

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Published on May 18, 2022 - 17:04 GMT

Senate Passes Reforms to Address Board of Elections Shortfalls

Mandatory Training Curriculum: S263, sponsored by Senator Zellnor Myrie, requires the State Board of Elections to develop a mandatory training curriculum for election commissioners and key staff of boards of elections. Supporting Voters While In Line: …

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Published on May 11, 2022 - 18:19 GMT

Senate Passes Legislation to Combat $150B Human Trafficking Industry

Anti-Trafficking Airport Resources: S8262, sponsored by Senator Anna Kaplan, requires information concerning services for human trafficking victims in airports. Anti-Trafficking Port Authority Resources: This bill, S8573, sponsored by Senator Anna Kaplan …

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Published on May 10, 2022 - 20:33 GMT

Senate Strengthens Protections for Domestic Animals

Ban On Manufacture and Sale of Animal Tested Cosmetics: S.4839B, sponsored by Senator Alessandra Biaggi, prohibits the sale of cosmetics that have been tested on animals. The sale or manufacture of such products will be punishable by a fine amounting up to …

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Published on May 10, 2022 - 08:30 GMT

Senate Acts to Strengthen Fire Safety and Prevention Measures

Bill sponsor Senator Jamaal Bailey said, “The recent tragic fires in Bronx communities have highlighted the urgent need for stronger fire safety and code enforcement standards. The legislation that my colleagues and I are passing will strengthen …

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Published on May 6, 2022 - 16:57 GMT

Senate Acts to Alleviate Student Debt, Increase Tuition Assistance

Bill sponsor, Senator Jamaal Bailey said, “All New Yorkers should be able to access a high-quality, affordable education. Alongside my colleagues’ legislation to increase financial eligibility for aid, provide new employees with information on student loan …

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Published on May 3, 2022 - 21:02 GMT

Senate Advances Veteran Benefits Legislation in Celebration of Veterans Hall of Fame Day

The New York State Senate today passed legislation establishing a career-assistance program at SUNY and CUNY colleges, property tax exemptions for qualified veterans, and adds to available affordable housing waiting lists any qualified veterans or their …

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Published on April 28, 2022 - 03:38 GMT

Senate Strengthens Protections for Survivors of Sexual Abuse, Domestic Violence

Bill Sponsor Senator Brad Hoylman said, “We’ve expanded the civil window for young survivors of sexual violence with the successful Child Victims Act — and now the Senate has done the same for adult survivors. Legislation to protect survivors must …

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