Day: May 22, 2026

Capitol Conversations: Bureau Reporters Break Down the Latest

New York Public News Network | By Jimmy Vielkind, Samuel King Lawmakers finally began passing more budget bills ahead of the Memorial Day holiday, more than seven weeks after the April 1 deadline. Thursday was marked by emotional debate over immigration provisions contained in the Public Protection & General Government budget bill. The bill limits cooperation with […]
Capitol Conversations: Bureau Reporters Break Down the Latest

Hochul Urged to Opt Into Federal Tuition Tax Credit Program

Buffalo Toronto Public Media | By BTPM Staff Supporters of a federal tax credit program set up to benefit school children in grades Kindergarten through 12 are urging New York’s governor to opt into the program. Under the federal tuition tax credit program set to begin next January, people with a tax liability may donate an […]
New York

New York State Police Increasing Drunk Driving Enforcement This Weekend

The New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state will increase patrols over the Memorial Day weekend to target drunk, impaired and reckless driving. The special enforcement campaign begins Friday, May 22, and continues through Monday, May 25. Additional patrols are funded through grants from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee. Authorities […]
New York

Ulster County Leaders Propose Tax Surcharge on High-Income Earners

Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger, State Senator Michelle Hinchey, and Assemblymember Sarahana Shrestha announced legislation Thursday that would allow Ulster County to create a local income-based surcharge on high-income residents. The proposed legislation, known as the Ulster County for Fair Taxes Act (S.10532/A.11460), would authorize the county through Home Rule to establish a local surcharge […]
Ulster County Leaders Propose Tax Surcharge on High-Income Earners