ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo Tuesday signed legislation to allow state and local candidates to use campaign funds to pay for child care expenses, enabling more parents to run for public office. Specifically, the bill amends state election law to … [Read more...]
Special Interest Money Gives Reed Significant Lead Over Plumb in Campaign Fundraising
The final fundraising numbers are out for the 2016 election cycle and Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) has a significant advantage over his challenger, U.S. Navy Capt. John Plumb (D-Lakewood). According to the Federal Election Commission, Reed has … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: NY AG to Announce New Election Financing Rules
ALBANY - New York’s Attorney General is hoping to create better transparencies in election financing. State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman says he will begin requiring certain nonprofit groups that offer funding for state races to disclose … [Read more...]