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3 Issues That Will Dominate New York's 2020 Legislative Session
Lawmakers return to Albany this week in an election year.
State government has a direct impact on the lives of New Yorkers. From health care to education to environmental issues, your state lawmakers make decisions that affect you and your family. But how much do you know about what happens in the Assembly and Senate chambers?
Use this New York Government Guide to find answers to your questions.
Bills passed in the state legislature directly impact your day-to-day life, but how much do you know about how New York's government works?
Find out about the different branches of government, who’s who in New York government, what happens in a legislative session, and what bills are expected to come up this year.
The New York Legislature is made up of a 63-member Senate and a 150-member Assembly. Each New York resident has a state senator and assemblymember that represents them in Albany.
Below are the maps for the New York Assembly and Senate districts. You can zoom in and maneuver each map to where you live. Then, hover your cursor over the district in your area to find your legislator. Click on the district to go to that legislator's website.
Not sure which district is yours? You can look up all your representatives by going to the New York Assembly website or the New York Senate website and searching by address.
Lawmakers return to Albany this week in an election year.
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Each year, bills are introduced by the thousands in Albany. Some pass one or both houses, some are debated in committee and on the floor, and others make it to the governor's desk.
Do you have an issue that's important to you? There is an online search tool so you can keep tabs on what your lawmakers are talking about — that way, you can be in the know.
Former New York State Senator and Democrat David Carlucci is helping launch a new organization focused on blockchain policy.
Wall Street accounted for 19% of the state’s tax collections in fiscal year 2023-24.
Elected officials say the intertwined regions are feeling the impact of tariffs the most.
Attorneys believe the subtext is the administration is using its power to punish people and firms it views as adversaries.
There has been little progress in negotiations between the Seneca Nation and New York State regarding a new casino gaming compact.
An attorney representing many corrections officers says they shouldn't be held in contempt either.
Despite numerous pleas, the governor's office continues to say it's ready move forward on April 1.
The party said Ryan's work with affordable housing in the state Legislature factored into its decision.
Gov. Hochul has promised to issue a public apology on behalf of the state for the history of the Thomas Indian School.
