Energy and environmental headlines from the Capitol

New York lawmakers want universal gun storage requirement

June 23, 2026- We explore legislation expanding New York's firearm storage law to include all gun owners in the state. We talk with the measure's senate sponsor, Manhattan Democrat Erik Bottcher.

Reporter recap of the 2026 legislative session

June 23, 2026- Host David Lombardo looks back at the session and budget with Capitol Confidential author Dan Clark and Bloomberg Government Capitol reporter Raga Justin. This conversation was recorded for the monthly Capitol Pressroom television broadcast.

State budget director discusses New York's finances

June 22, 2026- New York State Budget Director Blake Washington talks about the state's recently adopted budget and the Empire State's financial shape.

'Tis the season for campaign mail

June 22, 2026- In a Dispatches from Planet Albany excerpt we talk about campaign mail with political consultant Trip Yang.

State addiction services leader talks overdoes and gambling

June 19, 2026- State Office of Addiction Services and Supports Commissioner Dr. Chinazo Cunningham reflects on new federal overdose data and reviews initiatives in the state budget.