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Sen. Todd Kaminsky (D-Long Beach) led the effort

NY pols aim to end presidential pardon loophole

"While the president has broad power to issue reprieves, pardons and other forms of clemency for federal offenses pursuant ... the power does not extend to granting clemency for state offenses," the bill states.

Region/State Langworthy in as new, young face of NY GOP
New York Republicans began their transition into a new era, as Nick Langworthy was introduced as the GOP's incoming leader, taking over from Ed Cox after the party suffered big losses in 2018.
New York Ex-cult member describes 'branding ceremony'
"Master, please brand me," testified "first-line slave" Lauren Salzman. "It would be an honor. An honor I want to wear for the rest of my life."
Region/State NY poised to ban flavored e-cigarettes
New York is moving toward becoming one of the first states to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes with nicotine, according to a bill with strong sponsors in the State Legislature.
Region/State State Legislature passes ban on 'undetectable guns'
The State Legislature gave final approval to a bill that makes a felony of manufacturing, selling or possessing a 3D printed firearm or other plastic weapons that can't be seen by metal detectors.
Region/State Assembly to OK bill on Trump's NY tax returns
The state Assembly on Wednesday will approve a bill that would allow Congress to get President Donald Trump's state tax returns, officials said, potentially giving Democrats a way around the White House's refusal to make available his federal returns.
Golf Bethpage Black shined as 'special place' for PGA
Bethpage Black will host more PGA Championships if the chief executive officer of the association that runs the tournament has ...
Spin Cycle Ed Cox out as state GOP leader after 10 years
Ed Cox stepped down as head of the Republican Party in New York just months after heavy losses statewide in congressional and legislative races led to calls for a leadership change.
Long Island Schumer to NTSB: Make limo safety reforms a priority
The National Transportation Safety Board must prioritize limousine safety reforms, including mandating seat belts for all passengers, requiring manufacturers to install side-impact air bags and subjecting vehicles to annual federal inspections, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said.
New York Sex cult trial witness: I was involved in another sect
Before Vanguard, there was Ramtha. Mark Vicente, a former top official in the Albany-based alleged sex cult NXIVM and a ...
Business LI health providers to get $1M to combat addiction
Long Island Community Hospital, South Nassau Communities Hospital and Northwell Health will receive $350,000 each in state funding.