“The repercussions of the Trump administration’s dangerous and unrealistic budget will be felt in New York and across the country, especially in our most vulnerable communities. Cutting public assistance programs across public housing, Medicaid, and SNAP all while providing massive tax cuts for the rich is nothing short of a disgraceful attack on students, the aging, and the disabled who will suffer the consequences.
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New York – Today, Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito and 35 elected officials released a letter to the National Puerto Rican Day Parade Board commending them for their resolve and support of Puerto Rican nationalist Oscar López Rivera. López Rivera is one of dozens of individuals being honored at the 60th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade. The Puerto Rican Day Parade has been a landmark event for decades, acting as a symbol of the meaningful role the Puerto Rican community has played in New York City history.
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“The collision in Times Square this morning was a horrific and tragic incident that appears to have been carried out by a lone and compromised driver. New Yorkers must keep assured that they are secure and protected as officials work to determine the timeline behind this shocking accident. In the interim, the City Council extends its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased, and our thoughts for a quick recovery are with the remaining victims.
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Over 102,000 New Yorkers voted to for locally-developed capital projects across the city
New York – Today, Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito and the New York City Council announced the voting results and winning proposals of the 2016-2017 Participatory Budgeting cycle. During the voting period of March 25th through April 5th, 102,800 New Yorkers voted to allocate over $40 million in capital funding for locally-developed capital projects across 31 Council Districts in New York City.
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“This Mother’s Day, as we take a moment to appreciate the mothers in our lives, we should also remember to consider how to make our city a better place for working women and families. Although the current Administration has launched a relentless assault on women’s rights, New Yorkers believe in these deeply entrenched rights – and we will do everything in our power to defend them.
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Council will also vote to Require the Disclosure of Automobile Recalls in Secondhand Sales and to Extend Commercial Bicycling Regulations to Independent Contractors
City Hall – Today, the New York City Council will vote on legislation to establish a sexual health education task force, a proposal made in the Speaker’s 2017 State of the City address.
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“Shame on the President and House Republicans for once again putting profits and tax breaks for a wealthy few over the health of millions of Americans. Instead of receiving more affordable and accessible healthcare, Americans across the country will now face spiking premiums and reduced overall coverage. This hastily drafted, toxic legislation will destroy healthcare equality, forcing thousands of families to bear the costs of pre-existing conditions and exacerbating the financial burden of healthcare on low and middle-income families.
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“Faced with an unelected Fiscal Control Board and a complicit Governor who is seeking to destroy unions, workers’ rights and the public education system on the Island, the people of Puerto Rico are confronting one of our gravest moments in recent memory. Right now, Puerto Ricans need support and courageous leadership, yet the Island’s government continues to find ways to weaken the people.
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“We applaud the Administration for incorporating several of the recommendations outlined in our Fiscal 2018 Preliminary Budget Response. We commend Mayor de Blasio for identifying City savings, increasing the City’s capital investments and funding key services to protect and support our communities.
While we are pleased with the Mayor’s commitment to expand capital support for NYCHA, include air conditioners in every classroom, and bolster legal services for immigrants—efforts the Council has long advocated for— we call on the Administration to take additional steps to strengthen vital City services.
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Council will also vote on a 311 Complaint Notification Service for Business Owners and on Commissioning a Study of City Transportation Deserts
City Hall – Today, the New York City Council will vote on legislation to make construction sites safer. This legislation is part of the Construction Safety Act, a larger package of legislation focused on construction safety.
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