Monthly Archives: August 2011

Legislation Tracking Keeps You More Organized

How many times have you been swallowed in papers or sat in front of the computer for hours doing research on new  bills for your law firm? How many interns have quit over mounds and mounds of work, just trying … Continue reading

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New Local Food Laws Passed in New York Legislative History

Several local food laws were signed recently by Mayor Bloomberg, making fresh, local food more available in the city, creating new New York legislative history.  What do all these bills do? One bill will require the city to collect information, … Continue reading

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Legislation Tracking: Cuomo Signs SUNY Tuition Bill

Some recent and big legislation tracking news: last week, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a SUNY tuition bill. The bill will increase the tuition for SUNY students over five years at a $300 increase each year. The bill is in place … Continue reading

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Legislative Bill Tracking: Benefit Corporation Bill

On June 16th and 17th, The New York State Assembly unanimously passed a bill that will make New York the 5th state to let businesses organize as a Benefit Corporation, once Andrew Cuomo gives his signature. Benefit corporations are corporations … Continue reading

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