NYCOM applauds the Senate’s One-House Budget for prioritizing municipal aid and infrastructure investments that help cities, villages, and towns thrive across New York.

Housing Justice for All applauds the Senate Majority's One-House for including $250M for the Housing Access Voucher Program, a key step toward addressing housing affordability and homelessness across New York.

The NYS Sheriffs’ Association welcomes Senate support for medication-assisted treatment programs in local jails, helping reduce recidivism and support successful reentry in this year’s One-House budget

@citizenactionny.org says the Senate Majority’s budget proposal puts working families first, by advancing fair taxation and investments in housing, childcare workers, and health coverage.

“We commend the legislature for providing a major boost in funds for the Office of New Americans and immigrant legal services to ensure every New Yorker has access to justice.”Make the Road NY applauds the Senate Majority for helping immigrant communities access critical support.

The FY2027 One-House Budget prioritizes critical nutrition support as food costs continue to rise, and Hunger Solutions New York applauds the Senate Majority’s investments in SNAP navigators and WIC to help families access the assistance they need.

New York Farm Bureau thanks the Senate for supporting farmers through investments in Nourish NY, agricultural research, and programs that will assist our agricultural communities throughout our great state.

“The budget resolution passed by the State Senate contains several proposals that promise to strengthen public education in New York.” The NYS School Boards Association highlighted the Senate Majority's commitment to supporting our schools statewide.

“At a time when bodily autonomy is under near constant attack, we applaud the Senate for issuing a One-House Budget that reflects a deep commitment to reproductive freedom.” PPESA highlights the Senate Majority’s commitment to protecting reproductive freedom for New Yorkers.

HANYS praises the One-House Budget for prioritizing patient access to care and supporting hospitals and nursing homes while protecting the critical 340B program.

In our One House-Budget, the Senate Majority is ensuring New Yorkers continue to have access to trusted journalism, education, and emergency communications.

As providers face growing financial pressures and federal funding threats, GNYHA supports the One-House Budget and its goal of strengthening investments in hospitals and New York’s health care system.

BOCES of New York State praises the Senate’s One-House Budget for investing in public schools, strengthening Foundation Aid, and advancing workforce solutions to help districts support students and address staffing shortages.

"Expanding the program to reflect the full school day, including breakfast and snacks, is a positive step," said Jennifer Martin, CEO of NY School Nutrition Association. We're aiming to increase funding for universal school meals and to expand our state's Farm-to-School program.

New N.Y. legislation aims to protect both children and adults online The Stop Online Predators Act was included in the governor’s State of the State proposals.

“ … The intent of the Stop Online Predators Act is really to extend privacy protections to some of the most popular online platforms, gaming platforms and social media platforms …” — Senator Andrew Gounardes spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/buffalo/...

Lawmakers from Manhattan propose bill, requiring gun stores to show illustrations of gun danger Some state lawmakers from Manhattan proposed a bill requiring gun stores to display images illustrating the deadly risks of having guns at home. The lawmakers said the goal is not to stop gun sales bu...

“People need to know the risk of this product. Believe it or not a lot of people think that bringing a handgun into their homes is going to make them safer." - Senator Erik Bottcher
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“CCSA applauds the Senate for including measures to advance distributed solar in its one house budget proposal," said Northeast Director of CCSA, Kate Daniel. By enhancing solar credits and accelerating solar, we're continuing to lead on climate action and energy affordability.

“The Senate Democratic Majority is showing that a different path is possible," said @mayor.nyc.gov on our One-House Budget. By advancing progressive taxation and investing in childcare, transit, and housing, we're taking steps to make NYC more affordable for working families.

" Senator Scarcella-Spanton said safety 'must always be at the forefront of any large‑scale event,' adding that the parade is 'a day filled with celebration' and that the drink‑cover program provides 'an extra layer of protection to give people peace of mind.'" pix11.com/news/local-n...

Advocates rally for Lead Pipe Replacement Act at state Capitol Lawmakers and advocates gathered at the New York State Capitol Wednesday to call for the passage of legislation that would create a plan to replace lead pipes contaminating drinking water throughout t...

“State Senator Gustavo Rivera, a co-sponsor of the bill, says New York should set an example in codifying a plan for lead pipe replacement.” www.wamc.org/news/2026-03...

Proposed bill in NYS would increase protections for child victims of prostitution A New York bill aims to close a legal "loophole" by making it a felony to buy sex from 15- to 17-year-olds, a crime currently charged as a misdemeanor.

“The Victims Protection and Child Sex Buyer Accountability Act propose to make buying sex from older teens a felony. Democratic State Sen. Myrie, a sponsor of the measure, pushed the act through its required committee ..."
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“[A]s the affordability crisis continues to touch nearly every aspect of our daily life, it is our responsibility to ensure New York is setting a path forward that supports growth and meets the real needs of our constituents.” — @leaderasc.bsky.social

New bill proposes vacant buildings be converted into apartments Lawmakers said the vacancy rate in some of the downtowns of upstate New York’s major cities ranges from 16% to 28%.

“Senator Pat Fahy said her joint legislation … is a way to make use of office spaces left vacant by COVID-19 remote work protocols in cities like Albany, Rochester, and Buffalo.”
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'People deserve real care from real people' — New York State moves to ban AI doctors and lawyers New York lawmakers want to draw a firm line on AI advice by banning medical and legal guidance from chatbots

“People deserve real care from real people … they deserve transparency, accountability, and the promise that their data is secure while utilizing technology.” - Senator Kristin Gonzalez
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Dentist offices to change forever as new 'provider' law brings 'needed' update DENTIST offices could look much different thanks to a newly passed law which aims to make care more accessible for millions. The legislation, which is set to go into effect next year, is changing d…

“The New York bill, [co-sponsored by Senator Rachel May], allows dental hygienists to provide teeth-cleaning services without supervision from a dentist." www.the-sun.com/news/1605764...

4th Annual menstrual product drive Sen. Lea Webb and local partners are collecting menstrual products through March 27, 2026 to fight period poverty in Tompkins County and across Senate District 52.

“I believe access to menstrual products is a basic necessity, not a luxury … For far too many women and girls, the cost of period supplies creates significant barriers to attending school, working, and fully participating in their daily lives.” — Senator Webb www.tompkinsweekly.com/news/4th-ann...

New York Senate Passes Bill Letting People on Parole or Probation Work in Legal Marijuana Industry The New York Senate has voted of 42 to 16 to advance a measure that would make clear that people on parole, probation, or other forms of state supervision can work in the legal marijuana industry. Fil...

“The New York Senate has voted 42 to 16 to advance a measure, [sponsored by Senator Kevin Parker], that would make clear that people on parole, probation, or other forms of state supervision can work in the legal marijuana industry.”
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“Many New Yorkers, especially in rural areas, face challenges accessing dental care due to a shortage of providers.” — Senator @rachelmayny.bsky.social pix11.com/news/access-...

Walmart adds digital shelf labels to all US stores. What to know in NY Over 2,000 U.S. Walmart locations are already using digital shelf labels, according to the retailer, with a chain-wide expansion expected this year.

"We cannot allow corporate abuse of New Yorkers, and that starts by addressing the predatory practice of surveillance pricing." — Senator @sengianaris.bsky.social
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Price Check Panic? Walmart Digital Shelf Tags Should Be Banned By NY Lawmakers, Union Argues A major grocery workers’ union is calling on New York lawmakers to quickly ban electronic shelf labels, warning the technology could enable “predatory” pricing practices.The push comes as Walmart acce...

“New York Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, a Democrat representing Queens, has introduced legislation that would prohibit the use of electronic shelf labels and certain forms of algorithmic pricing in grocery and drug stores.” dailyvoice.com/ny/albany/un...