State house budget shows support for justice reforms
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The Senate’s one-house budget resolution outlined spending priorities for the upcoming year including support for the justice system and reform efforts.
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Organizers claim legislature ignored public calls for unified redistricting
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A few days after the state legislature released its plans for the reconfiguration of congressional lines throughout New York State, lawmakers released redistricting proposals for the State Senate and Assembly.
Read MoreQueens orgs disappointed by redistricting results
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“The lines divide us in a way that dilutes our ability to be a strong voice.”
Read MoreState moves to extend eviction protections
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“Under my watch, here in the State of New York we are not going to exacerbate what is already a crisis.”
Read MoreNY Senate passes package to protect low-income communities from pollutants
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“We need to change the law so those communities closest to the pain are the first stakeholders considered.”
Read MoreProgressive NY lawmakers prioritize parole reform, legal weed and end to solitary in 'Justice Roadmap'
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“New York State has failed to provide our communities with affordable housing, quality healthcare, and robust educational and economic opportunities.”
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