Author: John T. McDonald III, Member of New York State Assembly

For years, we’ve read the grim headlines: families shattered, communities hollowed out, lives lost to drugs far too soon. But now, for the first time in a while, we’re seeing signs of progress: fewer overdose emergencies, more...

Increasing pediatric deaths and decreasing vaccination rates: the new ACIP continues the dangerous dismantling of our public health infrastructure When public health is working, it’s often invisible. Most Americans had likely...

We pass many laws in the state Legislature during session; however, some enacted laws have delayed effective dates. Please see below for the new laws that take effect this month.   New Laws Taking Effect – August 2025 Takes...

We pass many laws in the state Legislature during session; however, some enacted laws have delayed effective dates. Please see below for the new laws that take effect this month.   New Laws Taking Effect – July 2025...

We pass many laws in the state Legislature during session; however, some enacted laws have delayed effective dates. Please see below for the new laws that take effect this month. Effective Date Chapter Summary 6/1/2025 Ch. 294...