Lawmakers kicked off New York’s legislative session promising relief from sky-high living costs and a pushback against Washington, according to the Times Union.
Democrats, who control both chambers, said they want to shield New Yorkers from federal decisions tied to Donald Trump, including health care cuts contributing to a projected $4.2 billion state budget gap. Leaders like Carl Heastie and Andrea Stewart-Cousins framed Albany as a stabilizing force.
Major priorities include lowering child care costs, expanding pre-K statewide, and strengthening protections for immigrants. Republicans countered with calls to tackle rising energy bills and overall taxes as every lawmaker faces reelection this fall.
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