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Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing
State legislators from the suburbs are sore losers when it comes to congestion pricing. But on the plus side, the budget has started passing.
Teen Helmet Mandate for E-Citi Bikes? Albany Lawmakers are Up to No Good Again
Key state lawmakers want to require some Citi Bike users to wear helmets — a mandate that studies have shown can dramatically reduce ridership. Plus other news from the State Capitol.
Capital Idea: Meet Our New Albany Correspondent, Amy Sohn
Streetsblog has hired the longtime journalist, writer and mayoral press aide to cover the State Capitol. That's an investment in you, dear reader.
Council Member Yusef Salaam Throws Support Behind Albany Push To Rein In Speeding Drivers
Council Member Yusef Salaam is using his lived experience to move towards the ultimate North Star of street safety: holding repeatedly reckless drivers accountable.
Hochul Must Put Up or Shut Up on Congestion Pricing, New Senate Transportation Chair Says
Gov. Hochul must produce a "100-day plan" to replace the $16.5 billion MTA funding shortfall created by her decision to cancel congestion pricing.
‘No-Brainer’: State Pol Seeks Citywide Parking Ban Near Intersections
State lawmakers want to force the city's hand on universal daylighting.
Albany Roundup: Some Victories as Congestion Pricing Drama Dominated
State pols did a good bit better than last year, but there's still plenty of room to grow.
New York Pols Back Gounardes’s Bill to Cut Driving by 20%
From Buffalo to Brooklyn, lawmakers want less driving.
Street Sweepers Could Nab Illegal Parking Under State Bill
Smile for the street-sweeper!
Behind the Scenes: How Gov. Hochul Got ‘Sammy’s Law’ Over the Finish Line
Opponents didn't want to put their name on a no vote for the life-saving measure.
