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New York. Governor Hochul Signs Online Safety Legislation to Strengthen Protections for the Personal Data of Consumers

Ahead of the holidays, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a legislative bill package designed to strengthen protections for the personal data of consumers. During the holiday season, companies, offices and organizations statewide, experience higher levels of fraudulent activity involving consumer data and information. With this series of bills newly signed by the Governor, New York continues…

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Emergency Executive Order 457 July 14, 2023

New York City Hall WHEREAS, on September 2, 2021, the federal monitor in the Nunez use-of-force class action   stated steps must be taken immediately to address the conditions in the New York City jails; and WHEREAS, on June 14, 2022, the federal court in Nunez approved the Nunez Action Plan, which “represents a way to move forward with concrete…

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Governor Hochul Marks Six-Month Milestone of NYC Congestion Pricing Success: Traffic Down, Transit and Business Up

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the strong early results of New York City’s congestion pricing program, which has reduced traffic by 11% in Manhattan’s core, improved travel speeds regionwide, and boosted transit ridership to post-pandemic highs. Since its January 5 launch, the initiative has generated substantial economic gains—retail, hospitality, and commercial leasing are all rising—while unlocking…

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NYC Mayor Adams Releases Requirements, Opens Permit Applications for Responsible Autonomous Vehicle Testing in New York City

DOT to Oversee Autonomous Vehicle Testing Through New Permit Program, With Trained Driver Behind Wheel at All Times . Requirements Prioritize Safety in Testing and Use of Autonomous Vehicles . Successful AV Program Could Increase Traffic Safety, Decrease Emissions . – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez today released robust safety…

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