Political
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Social Security Benefits To Be Paid On Time
Eyewitness News obtained a release that has important information on Social Security payments.
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Local Reps in Congress Split on Debt Debate Vote
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congresswoman Louise Slaughter vote no, while Senator Schumer and Reps Brian Higgins and Kathy Hochul approve the controversial measure.
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Orleans County Legislature
Lawmakers agree to freeze their pay next year.
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Hochul Appointed to House Armed Services Committee
“I am honored to join the House Armed Services Committee and work to help the brave men and women of our Armed Forces,” Congresswoman says.
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New York State Senate Introduces Protect Our Children Act
Proposed legislation would make sweeping changes to the state’s child protection laws to help protect children from cruel and repeated abuse.
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Cuomo Signs Texting Bill in WNY
New law will make it a primary offense to text while driving, violators face a $150 fine and 3 points on license.
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Siena Poll: 2011 Legislative Session Moves New York on Right Track
Loudonville, N.Y. (WKBW release) -- Half of New York voters say that the recently completed 2011 legislative session has moved the state forward on the right track, compared to only nine percent who say the session moved New York in the wrong direction.
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Higgins Calls for Stop to Plan that Siphons Water From Great Lakes
New York Congressman asks Ohio Governor John Kasich to veto legislation in his state that would allow businesses to remove five million gallons of water a day from Lake Erie.
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State Senator Kennedy Comments on Enhanced Distracted Driving Law
“By strengthening the law against texting behind the wheel, we are taking a significant step toward safer roads across New York State," State Senator Timothy Kennedy says.
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Cuomo Signs Law Strengthening Enforcement Against Drivers Caught Using Handheld Devices
New legislation makes using handheld electronic devices while driving a primary traffic offense.
