Advocates call for reform to ‘exclusionary’ bar exam question
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They say the practice is an antiquated remnant that upholds white supremacist ideals.
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Queens BP hosts talk on cannabis legalization
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“For far too long marijuana has been a barrier to employment, housing and education for individuals in communities already suffering from inequality.”
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Adams allows noncitizen voting bill to become law
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“I believe that New Yorkers should have a say in their government, which is why I have and will continue to support this important legislation.”
Read MoreSenate leaders lay out next steps for voting reform
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Members of the State Senate majority gathered Monday to discuss a collection of bills they say will strengthen the integrity and accessibility of voting in New York.
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Noncitizen voting bill passes City Council
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“If we're going to build a city that takes care of the most vulnerable New Yorkers, then we have to give them a really direct tool in their toolbox.”
Read MoreHochul urged to diversify Court of Appeals
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“Attorneys who have worked on issues of indigent defense, housing, civil rights, and immigration, however, have a different perspective that can move our state forward in a way that represents all its people.”
Read MoreCritics say 34th Ave Open Street blocks off disabled and elderly
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“We are not against Open Streets, we just want it to work for everyone in the neighborhood.”
Gov. signs bill allowing candidates to use chosen names in bids for office
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Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law that expands the BOE’s definition of the word “name,” and would allow for candidates to use alternate, familiar or anglicized names in their bids for office.
Read MoreAdvocates fight to end court fees before Senate
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Criminal justice reform advocates, legal aid groups and community organizations gathered in Albany on Wednesday to testify on behalf of a senate bill to eliminate mandatory minimums on court fines.
Read MoreFEMA expands eligibility for COVID funeral funding
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The federal government has expanded eligibility for its COVID-19 funeral assistance program.
Read MoreMiller introduces marijuana equity bill
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“Just legalizing marijuana doesn't fix the problem.”
Read MoreCUNY students, staff call for say in use of fed funding
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“Our federal stimulus funds should be utilized in the best interest of our institutions.”
Read MoreQueens Public Library ends late fees
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“Late fines tell people they do not belong, and that shutting them out is simply the cost of doing business.”
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