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Report: State failing to deliver early intervention services
May 3, 2024 - We highlight New York's ongoing failure to provide adequate access to early intervention services for toddlers with Brigit Hurley, chief program officer for The Children's Agenda.
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State authorizes extension of mayoral control of NYC schools
May 3, 2024 - Politico New York education reporters Katelyn Cordero and Madina Touré discuss the continuation of mayoral control of New York City schools that was approved in the budget.
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State budget falls short of transformative help for families
May 3, 2024 - Assembly Children & Families Committee Chair Andrew Hevesi, a Queens Democrat, discusses what did (and didn't) make it into the final budget that will impact families and explains why he's unhappy with Governor Kathy Hochul's child care rhetoric.
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Utility regulator eyes greener grid for New York
May 3, 2024 - We examine the state's latest attempt to make the electric grid greener with Jessica Waldorf, chief of staff for the New York State Department of Public Service.
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Budget Director Blake Washington talks adopted budget
May 2, 2024 - New York State Budget Director Blake Washington discusses the recently adopted state budget, including the MCO tax, financial transparency, and education aid.
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Mental Health Commissioner Ann Sullivan talks budget
May 2, 2024 - New York Office of Mental Health Commissioner Ann Sullivan talks about the mental health portion of the state budget, including what it means for the non-profit workforce and mental health needs of kids.