New York State Senator Roy McDonald Calls for the Creation of an Autism Bill of Rights and a Statewide Autism Council, Along with Action on Proposed Autism Insurance Legislation.
January 19, 2010
(Albany,N.Y.)–Long time autism advocate, Senator Roy McDonald (Saratoga), today called for the creation of an “Autism Bill of Rights” to protect the rights of individuals diagnosed on the autistic spectrum. McDonald has also introduced legislation to create a statewide council on autism, and is advocating for legislative action for autism insurance.
McDonald is looking into the […]
Sherif Younan, Jr. Boxing’s Next Phenom
January 19, 2010
(BROOKLYN, N.Y.) – Born with boxing flowing through his veins, 14-year-old prodigy Sherif “Sugar Boy” Younan, Jr. could turnout to be the struggling sports savior in a few more years, based on his increased dominance in the amateurs, where he has captured too many championship belts (15), trophies (15) and medals (30) to fit into […]
Rosenberg Fortuna & Laitman, LLP Victorious In Jury Trial Representing Crown Theaters
January 19, 2010
(Garden City,N.Y)-In a judgment entered in Kings County Supreme Court before the Honorable Kathy J. King, all causes of action brought by Sun Plaza Enterprises, Corp., against defendant Crown Theatres, L.P. were dismissed. Crown is an entity owner by the Crown family, based out of Chicago, whose holdings include an ownership interest in the New […]
Diana Saltel of H2M Participates In The “Building In The 21st Century Symposium”
January 15, 2010
(Melville, N.Y.)–Diana M. Saltel, P.P., AICP, MCIP, Chief Planner at H2M, (photo left) a multi-disciplined Architectural, Engineering, Planning and Environmental service firm, recently participated in the 2nd Annual “Building in the 21st Century Symposium.” Ms. Saltel was one of the speakers along with several other industry experts and the New York State Lieutenant Governor Richard […]
Statement By Senate Republican Leader Dean Skelos
January 15, 2010
(New york,N.Y.)-I support Governor Paterson’s efforts to ensure that New York maximizes every opportunity to qualify for federal funding through the Race to the Top program. These funds are critically important for our schools and we cannot miss out on this opportunity.
When I spoke with Governor Paterson and other legislative leaders earlier this week, I […]
Portledge School Deeply Felt Connection To Haitian Devastation
January 14, 2010
(locust Valley, N.Y.) -At Portledge School’s weekly Upper School “Town Meeting” today, the Portledge School connection to the island of Haiti was deeply felt, right here in Locust Valley. Speaking before the packed Gilmour Library were Portledge alum Alain Mathieu, Class of 2008, and Upper School Student Council Vice President, Adeola Adegbite, Class of 2011. […]
Senator Young Calls For Expulsion Of Senator Monserrate
January 14, 2010
(Albany,N.Y.)-Senator Catharine Young (R,I,C-Olean) is demanding that Democrat Leader John Sampson put a resolution for the expulsion of Senator Hiram Monseratte on the Senate floor for a vote immediately.
Senator Young is a member of the New York State Senate Select Committee to Investigate the Facts and Circumstances Surrounding the Conviction of Hiram Monseratte on October […]
Senator Lavalle Reports On Tax Amnesty Program
January 13, 2010
(New York, N.Y.) -Senator Kenneth P. LaValle would like to make the public aware of a brief opportunity for New York State taxpayers to clear up delinquent tax bills, while substantially reducing penalties and interest that have accrued over time.
According to Senator LaValle, recent legislation gives the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance […]
Senator Flanagan Making Residents Aware Of State Tax Program
January 13, 2010
(Albany N.Y.)-Senator John Flanagan (2nd Senate District) recently received information from the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (NYSDTF) about a new program designed to help those with delinquent tax burdens to pay off their debt. The 2010 PAID (Penalty and Interest Discount Program for tax liabilities) program will provide taxpayers who are […]
State Assembly Committee Passes Bill to Tax and Regulate Marijuana in California
January 12, 2010
Historic marijuana reform bill is the first time in nation’s history that a state legislative committee has approved proposal to tax and regulate marijuana
(SACRAMENTO, CA) — Today, in a 4 to 3 vote, the California Assembly’s Public Safety Committee passed A.B. 390, legislation that would tax and regulate marijuana in a manner similar to alcohol. […]
