Legislative Policy

Mar. 8, 2026

Trump Demands Senate Pass SAVE Act Before Signing Any Other Bills

The former president says the legislation must go "to the front of the line" and cannot be "watered down".

Mar. 8, 2026

Trump Vows No Bill Signing Until 'SAVE America Act' Passes

The controversial legislation faces an uphill battle in the Senate.

Mar. 7, 2026

Black, Middle-Class New Yorkers Oppose DSA's Proposed Tax Hikes

Residents say the socialist measures would unfairly target their retirement savings and inheritances.

Mar. 6, 2026

U.S. House Introduces Bill to Require National Debt Transparency

Legislation would mandate reporting on debt and GDP impacts of federal budget proposals.

Mar. 6, 2026

Senate Democrats Block DHS Funding Bill, Citing Need for Reforms

Republicans argue conflict with Iran heightens need to end agency shutdown, but Democrats remain unmoved

Mar. 5, 2026

NY Volunteer Firefighter Shortage Sparks Capitol Warning

Fire officials urge state lawmakers to address critical staffing crisis putting public safety at risk

Mar. 5, 2026

New York Bill Aims to Expand Domestic Violence Protections

Proposed legislation would extend statute of limitations and require trauma-informed police training

Mar. 5, 2026

Albany's Tax Hike Kabuki Theater Leaves New Yorkers Losing Out

Governor, Legislature leaders, and NYC mayor clash over tax increases

Mar. 5, 2026

House Agriculture Committee Advances Farm Bill

The Republican-backed legislation will now proceed to the House floor for a full vote.

Mar. 5, 2026

Senate Democrats Block DHS Funding Bill, Extending Shutdown

Partisan divisions over immigration enforcement stall negotiations

Mar. 4, 2026

New Bill Aims to Boost 'Virtual Power Plants' in New York

Legislation introduced by Assemblymember Anna Kelles would harness home batteries, EVs, and other clean tech to meet reliability needs.

Mar. 4, 2026

New York Must Implement Strong Climate Policy to Cut Costs and Pollution

As federal rollbacks threaten climate progress, New York's Clean Air Initiative can deliver billions in savings for families while slashing emissions.

Mar. 4, 2026

Top NY Dems to Back Mamdani's 'Tax the Rich' Budget Push

Lawmakers signal willingness to challenge Governor Hochul on tax hikes for high-earners

Mar. 4, 2026

Congress Proposes Chip-Enabled SNAP Cards to Combat Benefit Theft

New bill would require anti-fraud technology and faster card replacement for stolen benefits.

Mar. 4, 2026

GOP Lawmakers Propose Eliminating 'Victory Tax' on Team USA Medal Winnings

The TEAM USA Act aims to remove federal income taxes on Olympic and Paralympic medal prize money for all American athletes.

Mar. 4, 2026

Democrats Propose National Unrealized Gain Wealth Tax

Lawmakers aim to tax wealth growth, but critics say it could worsen affordability crisis

Mar. 3, 2026

New York Democrats Propose Tax Hike on Wealthy

State lawmakers to include plans to boost taxes on millionaires in budget proposals, defying governor's stance

Mar. 3, 2026

Sanders And Khanna Push National 5% Annual Billionaire Wealth Tax

Backers project the tax would raise $4.4 trillion over ten years for childcare, housing and a $3,000 per person check to many Americans.

Mar. 3, 2026

Proposed SNAP Reforms Aim to Boost Security and Expand Access

Bills backed by Senator Fetterman would improve cybersecurity and include Puerto Rico in the federal food assistance program

Mar. 3, 2026

House Democrats introduce alternative war powers resolution

The gambit shows an interest from many Democrats to rebuff Trump — but protect the homeland.