Gov. Hochul drops bid for new crime of 'masked harassment' in NY budget talksGov. Hochul's mask restriction proposal focuses on enhanced penalties for crimes committed while masked rather than creating a new criminal offense.
Kathy Hochul does 180 on universal free school lunches after dismal polls- but price tag is a mysteryGov. Kathy Hochul proposes universal free school lunches amid low poll numbers, aiming to support the welfare of New York's children.
5 things to watch as NYS lawmakers kick off 2025 and top Democrats brace for Trump's returnDemocrats in New York face challenges with the incoming Trump administration, impacting their policy priorities as they prepare for upcoming elections.
Gov. Hochul drops bid for new crime of 'masked harassment' in NY budget talksGov. Hochul's mask restriction proposal focuses on enhanced penalties for crimes committed while masked rather than creating a new criminal offense.
Kathy Hochul does 180 on universal free school lunches after dismal polls- but price tag is a mysteryGov. Kathy Hochul proposes universal free school lunches amid low poll numbers, aiming to support the welfare of New York's children.
5 things to watch as NYS lawmakers kick off 2025 and top Democrats brace for Trump's returnDemocrats in New York face challenges with the incoming Trump administration, impacting their policy priorities as they prepare for upcoming elections.
New York Taxpayers Could Get Refunds of Up to $500 Under Hochul PlanGov. Kathy Hochul proposes $3 billion in inflation refunds for most New York taxpayers, benefiting 8.6 million people using higher sales tax revenue.
Progressive groups squeeze NY lawmakers over discovery law, involuntary commitments - holding up state budgetProgressive groups are pressuring New York lawmakers to oppose Governor Hochul's proposals, causing a delay in the state budget approval process.
NY pols eye ending obscene Hollywood subsidies - but NOT to cut the taxpayers a breakNew York state's tax subsidies for Hollywood are under scrutiny, yet lawmakers may redirect potential savings elsewhere, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
New York Taxpayers Could Get Refunds of Up to $500 Under Hochul PlanGov. Kathy Hochul proposes $3 billion in inflation refunds for most New York taxpayers, benefiting 8.6 million people using higher sales tax revenue.
Progressive groups squeeze NY lawmakers over discovery law, involuntary commitments - holding up state budgetProgressive groups are pressuring New York lawmakers to oppose Governor Hochul's proposals, causing a delay in the state budget approval process.
NY pols eye ending obscene Hollywood subsidies - but NOT to cut the taxpayers a breakNew York state's tax subsidies for Hollywood are under scrutiny, yet lawmakers may redirect potential savings elsewhere, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
NYC Mayor Adams makes last-minute push to cut taxes for low-income earners as Albany haggles over budgetMayor Eric Adams proposed to cut income taxes for low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens, particularly for working-class families.
Newsom vetoes homelessness spending accountability bill, arguing similar measures' already in placeCalifornia's governor vetoed a bill to improve spending accountability for homelessness despite a report showing failed tracking of a $24 billion budget.
Newsom to ask California Legislature for another $2.8 billion to cover Medi-Cal cost overrunsGov. Newsom seeks $2.8 billion in extra funding for Medi-Cal amid rising costs and a $3.4 billion loan, threatening program solvency.
Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two yearsThe California state budget shifted from a $97.5 billion surplus to a $44.9 billion deficit due to inaccurate revenue projections and overestimation of future revenues.
Newsom vetoes homelessness spending accountability bill, arguing similar measures' already in placeCalifornia's governor vetoed a bill to improve spending accountability for homelessness despite a report showing failed tracking of a $24 billion budget.
Newsom to ask California Legislature for another $2.8 billion to cover Medi-Cal cost overrunsGov. Newsom seeks $2.8 billion in extra funding for Medi-Cal amid rising costs and a $3.4 billion loan, threatening program solvency.
Walters: How California's budget morphed into a $45 billion deficit in two yearsThe California state budget shifted from a $97.5 billion surplus to a $44.9 billion deficit due to inaccurate revenue projections and overestimation of future revenues.
Several States Seek Gambling Tax IncreasesStates are increasing taxes on online gaming and sports betting to generate revenue, facing pushback from lawmakers concerned about public resistance to new taxes.
Pause is 'not good enough': Health facility workers, patients, and advocates rally to oppose closuresGov. Maura Healey paused plans to close two state health facilities amid protests from advocates and staff.
Mass. officials advise state departments to prepare in case Trump shuts off federal fundingMassachusetts officials are proactively analyzing federal funding dependencies and preparing contingency plans in anticipation of possible cuts to federal grants.
What Republicans Don't Want To Say: Blue States Are the Ones Bailing Out Red StatesRed states benefit significantly from federal funding while criticizing blue states for dependency on federal aid.
Mass. officials advise state departments to prepare in case Trump shuts off federal fundingMassachusetts officials are proactively analyzing federal funding dependencies and preparing contingency plans in anticipation of possible cuts to federal grants.
What Republicans Don't Want To Say: Blue States Are the Ones Bailing Out Red StatesRed states benefit significantly from federal funding while criticizing blue states for dependency on federal aid.
Nonprofits in New York Are Told Their Contracts Have Been Paused'New York nonprofits face uncertainty as federal funding freezes impact essential services.
Hochul's mad Medicaid spending is meant to woo health-industry honchos - on OUR dimeHochul's proposed $6.4 billion Medicaid increase raises sustainability concerns, reflecting a significant burden on New York taxpayers amid hospital industry appeasement.
Political deathwish: Gov. Hochul to unveil sad '25 agenda in her State of the StateGov. Hochul's 2025 agenda appears disconnected from New Yorkers' desires, emphasizing new spending without addressing major public concerns like taxes and crime.
State transit funding for Long Island hits skids, enraging critics: 'Shortchanged'Long Island is receiving only 7.8% of New York's transport budget, a significant drop impacting local infrastructure funding.
New Mexico's oil investments are paying off. Here's where the funds may goNew Mexico's investment from oil revenue is leading to substantial increases in state income, enhancing funding for social programs.
Opinion: State government has more money, and more challenges, than ever beforeOregon sees a $2.7 billion revenue increase, providing an opportunity for lawmakers to address emerging challenges and priorities for 2023-25.
Vos: New budget will say 'no'Wisconsin's budget won't meet agency spending requests, with a focus on fiscal restraint.
Opinion: State government has more money, and more challenges, than ever beforeOregon sees a $2.7 billion revenue increase, providing an opportunity for lawmakers to address emerging challenges and priorities for 2023-25.
Vos: New budget will say 'no'Wisconsin's budget won't meet agency spending requests, with a focus on fiscal restraint.
Exclusive | Here's how much each NY state resident will have to fork over in taxes to cover migrant crisis billNew York taxpayers face an averaged $215 cost each due to the migrant crisis, totaling $2.3 billion for housing and care.Gina Arena urges a reevaluation of state spending priorities amidst rising costs from housing asylum seekers.
LETTER: State is all talk, no action on adequate funding of higher educationThe HECC approved a budget acknowledged as insufficient for student needs, leading to a $25 million funding gap.
Walters: Newsom shuns tax increases yet budget levies billions on businessesGov. Newsom insists on living within means and rejects corporate tax hikes despite indirect increases in the revised state budget.