Contentious social issues, such as revising the state’s bail law, have delayed passage of what is expected to be largest budget in the state’s history. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Politics and Government”
Is a Gas Tax Holiday on the Agenda in Albany?
By Gotham Rex on March 31, 2022
Giving drivers a break from gas taxes is good politics. But leaders debate whether it’s good policy. Source: New York Times
A Casino Atop Saks? Lobbyists Push for Manhattan Gambling Site
By Gotham Rex on March 30, 2022
State lawmakers are weighing whether to fast-track a move to allow three new casinos in the New York City area, as part of this year’s budget negotiations. Source: New York Times
New York Weighs a Gas Tax Holiday, a Popular ‘Bad Idea’
By Gotham Rex on March 30, 2022
With deadlock on many major issues, a proposal to provide relief to motorists has picked up steam. Source: New York Times
How 2 Industries Stymied Justice for Young Lead Paint Victims
By Gotham Rex on March 29, 2022
The U.S. insurance and real estate industries have waged a decades-long campaign to avoid liability in lead cases, helping to prolong an epidemic. The cost for millions of children has been incalculable. Source: New York Times
New York’s Bail Laws, Reconsidered: 5 Things to Know
By Gotham Rex on March 29, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing legislative leaders to adopt changes to the state’s bail laws as part of the state budget, due April 1. Source: New York Times
Buffalo Bills Strike Deal for Taxpayer-Funded $1.4 Billion Stadium
By Gotham Rex on March 28, 2022
The agreement calls for $850 million in New York State and local funding, the largest taxpayer contribution ever for a National Football League facility. Source: New York Times
Will Kathy Hochul Earn Black Voters’ Support?
By Gotham Rex on March 28, 2022
Black political leaders support the governor, but there are signs of a lack of fervor and lingering support for Andrew Cuomo among Black voters. Source: New York Times
Will the Buffalo Bills Get a $1.4 Billion Stadium?
By Gotham Rex on March 28, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul is eager to keep the football team from leaving town. Source: New York Times
Hochul Weighs a $1.4 Billion Stadium for the Buffalo Bills
By Gotham Rex on March 27, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul is negotiating a new stadium for the Buffalo Bills, but some see such spending of taxpayer dollars as wasteful. Source: New York Times
Federal Covid Cash Kept New York State Afloat. That Could End Soon.
By Gotham Rex on March 26, 2022
An influx of federal funds may have saved the M.T.A. and staved off painful budget cuts in Albany and New York City. There’s a fight over what comes next. Source: New York Times
As Adams Toughens on Crime, Some Fear a Return to ’90s Era Policing
By Gotham Rex on March 26, 2022
With violent crime surging, Mayor Eric Adams is testing how much policing a changed New York City will tolerate. Source: New York Times
Why Child Care Is a Priority in Albany Right Now
By Gotham Rex on March 21, 2022
The governor and the Legislature both want to spend more and expand access to subsidies for New York families. Source: New York Times
Child Care: New York’s Next Big-Ticket Budget Priority
By Gotham Rex on March 21, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the State Legislature have plans to significantly increase spending on child care and to make more families eligible for subsidies. Source: New York Times
No New Taxes, but Plenty to Fight Over in New York’s Looming Budget
By Gotham Rex on March 20, 2022
Potential changes to the state’s bail laws, and revisiting mayoral control of schools in New York City, among other issues, await state leaders. Source: New York Times