Legislative News

After looking at the issue of medical marijuana from all aspects, the New York State Assembly and Governor Cuomo reached an agreement Thursday on this issue.

State Senator James Seward joined his fellow senators last week to voice a strong opposition to gun control legislation requiring microstamping of ammunition.

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — It would be illegal in New York to disseminate private, explicit photos of another person without their consent under legislation that's been endorsed by the state's Senate.

The New York State Senate this week passed the "Buy from the Backyard" Act to promote the purchase of locally grown and produced food.

State Senator James Seward has announced  senate passage of a package of legislation to fight the growing heroin and opioid abuse epidemic.

The New York State Senate announced Monday the passage of legislation to provide New York's veterans with tax relief, expanded benefits, and special honors.

State Senator James Seward has announced final legislative approval of a bill he sponsored authorizing the City of Oneonta Common Council to provide tax exemptions for those investing in the city’s housing stock.

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York lawmakers have passed a couple of pet-related bills while accompanied by their own pets at the Capitol.

New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced Monday that his office will propose legislation requiring electric and gas utilities to ensure that the services they provide are properly protected from the impacts of climate change.

The New York State Assembly has passed the first in the nation legislation banning a form of plastic pollution that is an emerging threat to New York’s great lakes and other lakes.