NYLON – The New York State Senate has approved a package of bills that would radically change the law pertaining to opioid drugs, including heroin, in New York State. The epidemic has hurt many families in Livingston County with increased opioid overdoses, some of which have been fatal. SUNY Geneseo student Alex Davis died as a result of such an overdose in 2014. The Livingston County Sheriff's Office and local police departments continue to … [Read more...]
NYS Senate Passes Bills Favoring Veteran Home Ownership and Tax Exemptions
NYLON – The New York State Senate passed legislation that supports veterans in home ownership and tax exemptions. According to a press release by Senator Patrick Gallivan, the Senate passed two bills that will now make their way to the State Assembly. “Our veterans have put their lives on the line to defend our freedoms and we should do everything we can to make sure they have an affordable place to live when they come home,” Gallivan said. … [Read more...]
SUNY Geneseo Student Association to Publish ‘Social Host’ Panel Minutes
GENESEO – In light of further questions and frustrations about the recently passed 'Social Host Law,' the Student Association (SA) at SUNY Geneseo will publish the minutes from their Feb. 2 question and answer panel on 'Social Host.' After the Student Organization (SA) assembled a panel of College and Village leaders to answer previously submitted questions about the law, available here, which enables police to ticket the owner of a property … [Read more...]
New Year Means New Laws Take Action in New York State
NYLON – Several state laws that were passed this year will take effect on January 1, 2016 that are designed to protect the rights of women, veterans, and businesses. According to a press release from Senator Patrick Gallivan, the new laws are designed to protect vulnerable New Yorkers from abuse. “These new laws will enhance the rights of women and protect those who are most vulnerable to abuse and discrimination and ensure that all New … [Read more...]