Jul 1, 2024
The state legislative session has adjourned, and now begins the process of sending the bills that have passed both the Assembly and the Senate to Governor Hochul for executive action. The Governor can sign a bill into law or veto it, and the process can last until...
Jun 7, 2024
Nursing home residents need your help! In the coming days, Congress will be considering legislation and a joint resolution at the request of the nursing home industry that would prevent the implementation of the recently issued minimum staffing standard in nursing...
May 28, 2024
Oppose House Agriculture Farm Bill Proposal That Weakens SNAP and Cuts Future Benefits. US House Agriculture Committee released a Farm Bill framework proposes cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at a time of rising food insecurity. In NY,...
May 28, 2024
Support is needed for a bill written by StateWide to improve the EPIC program The bill will improve transparency and data reporting, streamline enrollment, and expand coverage to NYers on Medicare, regardless of age. Call your State Assemblymember at 518-455-4100 and...
May 28, 2024
FEDERAL ACTION ALERT Congress is now working on bills for the next federal budget that begins on Oct 1. The House of Representatives continues to try to attach provisions that a fiscal commission be part of any agreement on spending bills. Why is this a problem? A...
May 22, 2024
Oppose House Agriculture Farm Bill Proposal That Weakens SNAP and Cuts Future Benefits. US House Agriculture Committee released a Farm Bill framework proposes cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at a time of rising food insecurity. In NY,...
