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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssemblyMajority continues to celebrate Black History Month by highlighting those who continue to shatter ceilings. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made history as the first black woman to sit on the Supreme Court. #BlackHistoryMonth
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.6144-b, the Eric Garner Anti-Chokehold Act by a vote of 140-3 (unofficial)
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NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly has adjourned.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passed a constitutional amendment by @Bobby4Brooklyn to allow voters to register & vote on Election Day.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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A joint session of the full legislature to fill the vacancy in the office of the Attorney General is beginning now in the #NYSAssembly chamber. Watch live here:
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NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.10611 to repeal section 50–A of the Civil Rights Law by a vote of 101-43 (unofficial)
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@NYSA_Majority
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Speaker @CarlHeastie Statement on Raise the Age Legislation
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NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passes legislation to keep guns out of the hands of convicted domestic abusers by a vote of 82-32 (unofficial)
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NY Assembly Majority
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Assembly Passes New York Health Act, Measure Guarantees Health Care for All New Yorkers
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@NYSA_Majority
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Speaker Carl Heastie welcomes former MLB pitcher and Hall of Fame inductee @45PedroMartinez to the #NYAssembly http://t.co/F4a682szZf
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passed legislation by @CharlesLavineNY to allow 16 & 17 year olds to pre-register to vote, encouraging civic engagement in young people.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
7 years
Today, the #NYSAssembly will pass legislation to protect a woman’s right to make her own reproductive decisions #WomensRights
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
4 years
The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.8674-A to require body cameras for all New York State Police by a vote of 143-1 (unofficial)
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssemblyMajority passed legislation to create the NYS Community Commission on Reparations Remedies to examine the impact of slavery and subsequent discrimination and systemic racism against Africans Americans (A.7691).
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
3 years
The #NYSAssembly has adjourned.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
5 years
The #NYSAssembly passed legislation by @JoAnneSimonBK52 to close the LLC Loophole.
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NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly today passed a resolution proclaiming May 2018 as Mental Health Month in New York State to raise awareness of mental health conditions and mental wellness for all
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@NYSA_Majority
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Whether a wrongful conviction was the result of a mistake or plea bargain made under pressure, these decisions carry lasting consequences. NY must right past wrongs and allow those who were wrongfully or improperly convicted to clear their names.
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@NYSA_Majority
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2018 NYS Legislative Session Calendar
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.4615, to prohibit police officers and agencies from profiling based on race or ethnicity by a vote of 105-39 (unofficial)
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passed legislation by @JeffreyDinowitz to automatically transfer a New York voters’ registration when they move within the state.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
4 years
The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.1601-C to create the Office of Special Investigate to investigate and, if warranted, prosecute when a person dies in custody of after an encounter with a police or peace officer by a vote of 96-47 (unofficial)
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly today passed a resolution proclaiming May 6-12, 2018 as Nurses Week in New York State to show our appreciation & celebrate the accomplishments of registered nurses, including more than 256,000 in New York State.
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passed the Reproductive Health Act, legislation by @DeborahJGlick
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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Assembly Passes Climate Leadership And Community Protection Act (104 to 35) unofficial
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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On the 46th anniversary of Roe v Wade, the #NYSAssembly passed legislation to protect women's reproductive rights and ensure access to family planning
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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A bipartisan, bicameral group of legislators is interviewing candidates for the vacancy in the Office of the Attorney General. Watch here:
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passed legislation by @CharlesLavineNY to combine the federal non-presidential & state primary.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
3 years
The #NYSAssembly is now debating A.1248-A, the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act. Watch live here:
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
5 years
Congratulations to our new Majority Leader @CPeoplesStokes ! We’re proud to have her serve as the first woman and first African American in this position #glassceiling #thepeopleshouse
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@NYSA_Majority
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Speaker Heastie, Assemblymember Fahy and 75 Assembly Majority Members Send Letter to Congress Urging Them to Remove President Trump from Office
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
4 years
Welcome to the four newest members of the #NYSAssembly who were sworn in today! @KennyBugosNY @sarahhartclark @votedemondmeeks @KhaleelAnderson
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly today passed a resolution proclaiming June 19, 2018 as Juneteenth Day in New York State, commemorating the day that marked the effective end of slavery in the US in 1865 in Galveston, Texas.
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The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.10516-A to enable New Yorkers to apply for absentee ballots through an electronic application by a vote of 102-41 (unofficial)
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@NYSA_Majority
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Assembly Passes the Protect Our Courts Act, Ensuring Access to Courts Without Fear of Immigration Related Arrests
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Harriet Tubman’s dedication to abolishing slavery and protection of those in the Underground Railroad helped countless people find freedom. We honor her spirit and will always fight the effects of slavery still felt today.
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@NYSA_Majority
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Happy Easter from the #NYSAssemblyMajority !
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passed GENDA – legislation by @DickGottfried to prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender identity or expression in considerations of employment, education, credit and housing.
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.8226-B to affirm the right of persons in custody to prompt and reasonable medical and mental health assistance by a vote of 108-35 (unofficial)
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
5 years
The #NYSAssembly has adjourned.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
6 years
The People’s House will pause today for 17 minutes to stand in solidarity with students & teachers across the country #Enough
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passed legislation by @CharlesLavineNY to establish a 9 day early voting period prior to any primary, special or general election.
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@NYSA_Majority
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Today the #NYSAssemblyMajority returns to the People’s House. This marks the start of the 2024 legislative session.
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@NYSA_Majority
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4 years
The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.10290-B to prohibit eviction for nonpayment of rent of residential tenants who suffered financial hardship and were in arrears on rent while New York on PAUSE imposed restrictions in their county by a vote of 93-50 (unofficial)
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssembly has adjourned.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
2 years
The Assembly Majority will always defend reproductive choice.
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Assembly Passes STAT Act to Bring Transparency to Policing Data
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The #NYSAssembly passed a constitutional amendment by @clydevanel to allow no excuse absentee voting.
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
4 years
On the heels of repealing 50-A, bringing transparency to police misconduct & discipline, the #NYSAssembly pauses for a moment of silence in honor of George Floyd who is being laid to rest today.
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@NYSA_Majority
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#NYSAssembly proposal would raise age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 18 & prohibit anyone under 18 in adult jail/prison #RaiseTheAge
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@NYSA_Majority
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The Assembly Majority passed the Lead Pipe Right to Know Act to require public water systems to take an inventory of lead service lines in communities and release the info to everyone (A.6115). This ensures that lead-contaminated water doesn't flow out of taps at homes.
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@NYSA_Majority
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Assembly Passes Lifesaving Legislation to Require Safe Staffing Standards in Hospitals and Nursing Homes
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
7 years
Despite intentions of new federal administration @NYSA_Majority will maintain commitment to #ACA , #repro health & #climatechange protections
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@NYSA_Majority
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While states across the country criminalize gender-affirming care, New York will not idly stand by. The #NYSAssemblyMajority passed legislation to help New Yorkers combat out-of-state policies that attempt to ban gender-affirming care (A6046).
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
4 years
The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.1531-B, to create a civil penalty for the biased misuse of emergency services by a vote of 118-26 (unofficial)
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
4 years
The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.10608 to require that law enforcement officers that discharge their weapon where a person could be struck must promptly report the incident by a vote of 112-32 (unofficial).
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@NYSA_Majority
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4 years
Speaker Heastie Announces Assembly to Pass Legislative Package to Protect New Yorkers, Improve Police and Community Relations, and Bring Transparency and Accountability to the Criminal Justice System
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly passed legislation by @PatriciaFahy109 to ban bump stocks and similar devices
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NY Assembly Majority
6 years
The #NYSAssembly today passed a bill eliminating the mandate that state created or administered tests be used in teacher or principal evaluations, giving school districts & teachers the ability to negotiate evaluation systems to meet the needs of students
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
5 years
Election Law Committee Chair @CharlesLavineNY is now the #NYSAssembly floor supporting legislation to reform the electoral process in NYS. Tune in here:
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@NYSA_Majority
NY Assembly Majority
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The #NYSAssemblyMajority believes that we must empower people to contribute positively to our society. When an individual convicted of a crime has served their time and paid their debt to society, their past should not impede their future.
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The #NYSAssembly to passed a resolution proclaiming June 2020 as Pride Month in New York State.
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@NYSA_Majority
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Assembly Passes Driver's License Access and Privacy Act #GreenLightNY
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The #NYSAssembly has begun debate on the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. Watch live here:
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The New York State Legislature today released the 2023 legislative calendar
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Assembly Passes Historic Affordable Housing Protections to Bring Stability to Tenants Across New York State
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The #NYSAssembly today passed a resolution by @nily proclaiming Jan. 27, 2019 as Holocaust Remembrance Day, marking the date Auschwitz-Birkenau was liberated. The day is set aside to remember the millions of victims of the Holocaust, especially the 5.8 million Jewish victims.
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Assembly Passes Eric Garner Anti-Chokehold Act
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Assembly Speaker Heastie and Senate Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins Announce Plans to Convene Session Next Week
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The #NYSAssembly today passed a resolution honoring New York City firefighter Lieutenant Michael Davidson, who gave his life in the line of duty while fighting a fire in Harlem on March 22, 2018.
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly today passed a package of common sense legislation to prevent & reduce gun violence in NY
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This body will bring up the Reproductive Health Act again this legislative session. It’s long past time to stand up for the women of NY #RoevWade #Roe45
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly today passed legislation to support and protect survivors of domestic violence
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssembly is dedicated to making our state a great place to live, work and raise a family. That’s why this week we: -held 25 committee meetings -passed 44 bills -were in session for more than 7 hours #WorkingHardForNY
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@NYSA_Majority
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Assembly Passes Legislation Expanding Access to Veterans Treatment Courts throughout New York State
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The #NYSAssembly has passed the Farm Laborers Fair Labor Practices Act by a vote of 84 to 51 (unofficial)
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Members join Jim St Germain & other advocates to celebrate #raisetheage @AStoneofHope @ftnys @LegalAidNYC @YouthRepresent @CDFNewYork
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2 years
The #NYSAssembly has adjourned.
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The #NYSAssembly passed the Red Flag Bill, legislation by @JoAnneSimonBK52 to keep guns out of the hands of those determined to be a threat to themselves & others.
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The #NYSAssembly passed legislation by @DeborahJGlick to ban conversion therapy for minors.
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On this Transgender Day of Visibility, we celebrate trans, non-binary, and gender expansive people’ achievements, while still acknowledging the violence and discrimination they face. We fight for trans rights every day. For more info and resources, visit:
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@NYSA_Majority
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The #NYSAssemblyMajority believes all New Yorkers can succeed with a clean slate!
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Today the People’s House will pause for 17 minutes in honor of the 17 lives lost on Feb 14. The #NYSAssembly has passed bills to curb gun violence, but it’s not the end.
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The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.10609, the STAT Act by a vote of 101-43 (unofficial)
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New year, new minimum wage increase for hardworking New Yorkers.
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The #NYSAssembly passes bill A.10521 to prohibit a utility corporation or municipality from terminating services to a residential customer for non-payment during the COVID-19 State of Emergency by a vote of 112-31 (unofficial)
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The NYS Legislature is holding a hearing exploring solutions to the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on minority communities. Watch live here:
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The #NYSAssembly today passed legislation to protect transgender New Yorkers from discrimination
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The #NYSAssembly today passed legislation to criminalize revenge porn. Thanks to bill sponsor @edbraunstein and Codes Chair @assemblymanjoe for their hard work to get this bill passed.
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The #NYSAssembly today passed a resolution proclaiming May 7, 2018 as Haitian Unity Day in New York State in honor of the significant and countless contributions of New Yorkers of Haitian descent who have enriched our nation & state.
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The #NYSAssembly today passed a resolution recognizing Wednesday, March 10, 2021 as Harriet Tubman Day in New York.
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Assembly Passes Legislation Requiring Officers to Promptly Report Discharge of a Firearm
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