The Capitol Pressroom
Weekdays at 8 p.m.
The Capitol Pressroom is broadcast from the Legislative Correspondents Association Pressroom on the third floor of the State Capitol in Albany. Host David Lombardo brings 10 years of experience in journalism, state politics, and digital media to the Pressroom.
The show features interviews with state representatives and important newsmakers, as well as analysis from seasoned political reporters who work the Albany beat for newspapers and wire services around the state, including The New York Times, Newsday, the Albany Times, Union, Gannett News Service and the Associated Press.
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We discuss the cyberattack on the legislature, the timing of a budget announcement, and much more Planet Albany news.
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Assemblyman Phil Steck wants to expand the types of opioid reversal agents that are widely deployed in New York.
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Civil rights activists want a bill requiring informed consent to screen new mothers for drugs and alcohol.
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Advocates for native seeds and plants are urging the state to take the lead on comprehensive preservation efforts.
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Legislation in New York would address insurance practices to make it easier to access creative arts therapy.
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Rewiring America's Michael Hernandez explains the lack of regulatory action to implement electric buildings law.
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New York Council of School Superintendents Deputy Director Bob Lowry discusses funding for schools in the state budget.
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Senator Joe Addabbo discusses the effort to issue new casino licenses and other gambling issues in New York.
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New York marijuana farmers are operating at a loss and at risk of collapsing, according to the Cannabis Farmers Alliance.
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We get an update on the legal maneuvering in the corruption case against former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin.