Tax showdown possible Dec. 3 in Albany
Legislative aides say lawmakers may return December 3 to seek an override of Governor Carey’s veto on property tax assessment reform. It remains possible the plan to repeal the 1768 law and push full-value assessment faces political hurdles and homeowner cost concerns.
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Carey signs 9.1 billion federal aid bill for New York
Governor Hugh Carey signed a 9.1 billion federal aid package for New York. The bill, approved in the October special session, divvies funds across state programs and aims to ensure spending is properly approved. Carey urged Budget Division clarification on funds requiring legislative approval.
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State Airs Plan to Reduce Length of Driver Course
Albany AP reports the New York DMV proposes trimming the state approved defensive driving course from eight to six hours to boost participation without reducing training effectiveness. DMV commissioner Leslie Foschio defends the move amid opposition from former DMV chief Vincent Tofany now leading the National Safety Council, who warns against weakening standards set since 1976 to remove up to three penalty points.
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National Safety Council
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