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Raise the Wage Rally
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Public Hearing on NYSERDA’s Spending and Program Effectiveness
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"Sojourner Truth Day" Bill Passes in the Assembly
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Shrestha Calls on EPA to Finish Hudson River Cleanup
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Commemorating the Observance of the 39th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in NY
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Shrestha Urges Passage of the No Slavery in NY Act
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Shrestha Speaks Out Against Inequities in Budget Bill
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Immigrants Right to Legal Counsel in Court Proceeding
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Changing the Model Contract with Managed Care Providers
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Joint Legislative Budget Hearing on Environmental Conservation, Agriculture and Energy
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Sarahana Questions PSC Chair on Central Hudson Billing During Budget Hearing on Environmental Conservation, Agriculture and Energy
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Right to Refuse Work While in Prison
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Welcome to the Assembly