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Individual income tax revenue up 27.9% from previous quarter in New York State

By Empire State Today | Sep 13, 2024

The first quarter brought in $17.5 billion in individual income tax revenue for New York, a 27.9% increase from the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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NFIB endorses candidates for New York state legislature elections

By Empire State Today | Sep 13, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), a prominent small business advocacy group, has announced its New York PAC's endorsements for candidates in the 2024 state legislature elections.

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New York state ranks 26th in total VA home loans during Q2

By Empire State Today | Sep 10, 2024

New York ranked 26th in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 965 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Elise Stefanik calls for accountability over Andrew Cuomo's COVID-19 handling

By Empire State Today | Sep 10, 2024

House GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik has written an op-ed in Newsweek addressing former Governor Andrew Cuomo's recent activities as he attempts a political comeback. In the piece, Stefanik criticizes Cuomo's efforts to rewrite history and avoid responsibility for his actions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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John Faso critiques Proposal 1's impact on abortion rights and parental control

By Empire State Today | Sep 9, 2024

We want to make sure you saw this op-ed from John Faso in today’s Times Union:

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NYGOP Chair Ed Cox criticizes Andrew Cuomo's handling of COVID-19 nursing home fatalities

By Empire State Today | Sep 9, 2024

ALBANY – NYGOP Chair Ed Cox released a statement in response to a report alleging that Andrew Cuomo and his top aides were involved in drafting a report on his role in nursing home fatalities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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High scores recorded by New York members on Common Cause's democracy scorecard

By Empire State Today | Sep 9, 2024

Common Cause, the nonpartisan watchdog organization, has released its 2024 "Democracy Scorecard," evaluating every member of Congress on their support for voting rights, Supreme Court ethics, and other reforms.

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New York state ranked 32nd in average VA home loan amount in Q2

By Empire State Today | Sep 7, 2024

With $325,935 in home loans issued, New York state ranked 32nd in average loan amount for VA home loans in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Retail Worker Safety Act poses challenges for NY's small retailers

By Empire State Today | Sep 7, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed concern over the impact of the newly signed Retail Worker Safety Act on small retailers in New York.

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Analysis: New York one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Empire State Today | Sep 7, 2024

An analysis by Empire State Today shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” New York is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

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NYGOP Chair Ed Cox calls for reforms following Albany Airport Authority controversy

By Empire State Today | Sep 5, 2024

ALBANY – NYGOP Chair Ed Cox issued a statement in response to a report that Albany County Airport Authority CEO Philip Calderone was in the ICU when Albany County Executive Dan McCoy orchestrated his removal.

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Number of VA loans issued in New York state decreased by one% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Empire State Today | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 965 home loans in New York, totaling $314.5 million, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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NFIB endorses Rep. Nick LaLota for re-election in New York's 1st District

By Empire State Today | Sep 4, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has endorsed Representative Nick LaLota for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York’s 1st Congressional District.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New York state in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Empire State Today | Sep 3, 2024

The VA issued 40 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New York during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to four loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Cox demands release of full report on Mannion harassment complaint

By Empire State Today | Sep 3, 2024

ALBANY – NYGOP Chair Ed Cox released a statement in response to reports that Albany Democrats have quietly dismissed harassment claims against Democratic State Senator and Congressional candidate John Mannion.

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New York: Biologics companies were the least FDA inspected companies in New York in August

By Empire State Today | Sep 2, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Biologics companies from New York in August.

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Which type of New York companies were inspected the most by FDA in August?

By Empire State Today | Sep 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted five inspections at five Food and Cosmetics companies from New York in August.

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In New York state, 491 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Empire State Today | Aug 31, 2024

New York registered 491 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Disaster loans available for New York businesses hit by summer storms

By Empire State Today | Aug 30, 2024

Businesses in upstate New York affected by severe weather during July and August can now apply for disaster assistance loans.

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Average VA home loan amount in New York state increases in Q2

By Empire State Today | Aug 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in New York during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $325,935, a 1.6% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.