Attorney General James announced that a multi-state settlement has been reached with the pharmaceutical distributor Reckitt Benckiser Group (“Reckitt”) to settle allegations that the company improperly marketed and promoted the drug Suboxone, resulting in improper expenditure of state Medicaid funds. Reckitt will pay $700 million to the settle the allegations. As part of the agreement, New York’s Medicaid […]
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has finalized contracts with Equinor Wind US LLC for its 816 megawatt Empire Wind Project and Sunrise Wind LLC for its 880 megawatt Sunrise Wind Project. NYSERDA also concurrently submitted its comprehensive filing, “Launching New York’s Offshore Wind Industry: Phase 1 Report,” to the New […]
Governor Cuomo announced $12.9 million in federal funding for 16 non-profit organizations to promote healthy diets and active lifestyles among individuals and households eligible to receive or that are receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. The funds will be administered by the state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. The following organizations were awarded funding: The Children’s […]
State Senator David Carlucci has officially announced his intention to run for Nita Lowey’s congressional seat. Lowey recently announced her upcoming retirement creating immediate speculation on who would attempt to succeed her. Carlucci had publicly flirted with the idea initially. Carlucci is joined by Assemblyman David Buchwald, and Mondaire Jones as the only candidates to officially announce.
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 […]