NEW YORK - The head of the New York State Assembly says he has asked an embattled assemblyman from New York City to step down because of sexual harassment allegations. State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver (D-Manhattan) revealed Monday to the New … [Read more...]
State Leaders Reach Budget Agreement
ALBANY - Lawmakers in Albany have come to an agreement on a new state budget. On Tuesday Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced an agreement with state Senate and Assembly leaders on the 2012-13 state spending plan. In a media release, Cuomo thanked Majority … [Read more...]
