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City & State NY’s Winners and Losers here. Medicaid on track for a $2.9 billion shortfall. Early voting in New York begins this Saturday.

** This hearing has been postponed** The Senate Committees on Consumer Protection and Internet and Technology will hold a public hearing on protecting consumer data and privacy on online platforms on October 25. The Senate Committee on Higher Education will hold a series of public hearings regarding the cost of public higher education. The hearings will take […]

Governor Cuomo hosted a cannabis and vaping summit to examine a regional approach to the legalization and regulation of marijuana, as well as, the regulation of vaping products. Joined by the Governors of Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania as well as representatives from Massachusetts and Colorado, the multi-state panel discussed issues surrounding both. Much of the meeting took […]

This week, the Governor signed legislation (S.3171/A.264) which adds hospital charges for emergency services by out-of-network hospitals to the “surprise bill” law and the independent dispute resolution (IDR) process. The “surprise bill” law, enacted in 2014, established IDR as a means by which an insurer and out-of-network physician could settle disputes regarding charges for emergency […]

The Department of Financial Services issued the final regulations, published in this week’s state register, which will regulate student loan servicers. The regulations, which take effect immediately, were issued after a 60-day comment period. Under the final regulation, applicable student loan servicers are required to: Be licensed by the Department of Financial Services; Provide clear and accurate information […]

Governor Cuomo announced the launch of the third round of the Energy to Lead competition with $5 million available for New York colleges and universities to lower their carbon footprint, reduce energy use and improve resiliency. Awards range from $500,000 to $1.5 Million and proposals will be accepted through February 20, 2020. The competition is open to […]

Late last week, a judge struck down the recent rate change to the Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), ruling that it violated the state constitution and the State Administrative Procedure Act (SAPA) by forgoing the public comment period required under the law. If the department of health wishes to proceed with a rate change, it will have […]

The Senate held a public hearing to engage stakeholders on the “gig economy” and its current labor practices. Under particular scrutiny were how companies like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash classify workers as independent contractors rather than employees. Labor groups and advocates urged the members of the panel to consider a law similar to California’s new ABC test. […]

Governor Cuomo announced the formation of a committee to address the representation and advancement of women in the financial services industry. The committee will serve as a sub-committee of Governor Cuomo’s Council on Women and Girls, and will be co-chaired by Secretary to the Governor Melissa DeRosa and Financial Services Superintendent Linda A. Lacewell. Membership of […]

City & State NY’s Winners and Losers here. City & State NY’s Westchester Power 100 here. D’Amato: On energy, New York’s head is in the sand here. Public Finance Commission digs into the details at latest meeting. Senate Majority reportedly exploring a Child Victims Fund.