Legislation that passed through the New York State Legislature in June 2019 allows Orange County, NY to add video-lottery terminals operated by World Resort Catskills. The addition of terminals will allow the World Resort Catskills to bring many new jobs to Orange County and provide lasting economic development.
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In June 2021, the New York State Senate and Assembly approved a bill that could make construction contractors responsible for wage theft committed by subcontractors. The legislation states that contractors can be held liable or potentially face civil violations if a subcontractor on a worksite stiff's workers, a major victory for construction workers.
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Prevailing Wage Laws require payment of community standard-wages on public construction projects, and they are greatly beneficial to keep carpenters working and earn fair wages to support themselves. The New York City District Council of Carpenters was instrumental in the passage of Prevailing Wage Legislation as they organized, rallied, campaigned, and voted their views into power and legislative victory in New York State.
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Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation Establishing Committees to More Effectively Distribute Staff in General Hospitals and Creates Staffing Minimums in Nursing Homes
Following the COVID-19 pandemic which placed a great strain on New York City’s hospital system, these committees will create staffing plansthat will allow the hospital system to run more efficiently. These committees will be composed ofcurrent hospital staff and healthcare professionals who are most closely impacted by the system.
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A bill would allow the casino owners of Resorts World Catskills to open a new video-lottery facility near the Woodbury Common outlet center.
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City & State's must-read list of the most powerful people in New York City has been a long standing institution in New York. Now, for the first time we are celebrating the law community, debuting our Law Power 50 list. The May 13th issue will debut at a special reception gathering top brass from government relations, law firms, advocacy groups,academia, and media for a networking opportunity you do not want to miss.
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A provision in the state budget gives New York's racinos the green light to offer an expanded array of electronic gaming featuring elements of "skill" at video lottery terminal facilities.
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