The Capitol Pressroom
A WCNY Radio Production
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Increasing access to medication assisted treatment in New York
March 18, 2025 - Coalition of Medication-Assisted Treatment Providers and Advocates President Allegra Schorr discusses regulatory changes in New York to make medication assisted treat... Mar 15, 2025
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Federal government disrupts services to domestic violence victims
March 18, 2025 - The state's domestic violence services could be thrown into disarray by funding cuts at the federal level. We explore how the state should boost its services to survi... Mar 15, 2025
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Ambulance providers want boost in their Medicaid rates
March 18, 2025 - The state's commercial ambulance providers want a multi-million dollar investment in Medicaid rates to keep up with the growing costs of providing their life-saving s... Mar 15, 2025
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Insurance costs hindering foster care placements
March 17, 2025 - Northern Rivers Family of Services Executive Director Bill Gettman discusses the rising insurance costs facing voluntary foster care agencies, which could hinder thei... Mar 15, 2025
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'Right to repair' movement targets powered wheelchairs
March 14, 2025 - State Sen. Patricia Fahy, an Albany Democrat, explains why New Yorkers in powered wheelchairs need more options for getting their vehicles repaired and discusses the ... Mar 12, 2025
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NY Health Commissioner talks access to care
March 14, 2025 - State Health Commissioner Jim McDonald talks about access to obesity medication and dental services, while also providing an update the transition of the Consumer Dir... Mar 12, 2025
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NY OGS Commissioner envisions a more efficient state government
March 14, 2025 - New York State Office of General Services Commissioner Jeanette Moy discusses her mandate to improve state government efficiency and promote innovation. Mar 11, 2025
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Assemblyman Ed Ra discusses the budget
March 13, 2025 - We discuss the governor's spending plan and the possibility of unemployment insurance cost relief for businesses with Assemblymember Ed Ra, a Long Island Republican. Mar 11, 2025
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Tips for avoiding coyotes in New York
March 13, 2025 - Warmer weather means a possible encounter with a coyote, so we get some tips on how to avoid conflicts with these wild animals from Mandy Watson, a wildlife biologist... Mar 11, 2025
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State agriculture leaders talks budget proposal
March 13, 2025 - New York Agriculture & Markets Commissioner Richard Ball talks about the governor's budget and provides an update on eligibility for the state's farmworkers tax credit. Mar 11, 2025
