Morning Read, Upstate: Gay Marriage in Flux, Bills Start Flying

Republicans want to repeal a measure that makes it easier for drug offenders to have their records sealed. In response

Republicans want to repeal a measure that makes it easier for drug offenders to have their records sealed. In response to the stink that they're making, Democrats are also looking at how to amend the law.

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The law that allows ticket scalping is poised to be extended.

State Senator Tom Duane says he has the votes to pass same-sex marriage. Majority Leader Malcolm Smith is more pessimistic.

A bill is moving in the Assembly that would require workers on any publicly subsidized project—like affordable housing—to be paid the prevailing wage. Another measure circulating in the State Senate would reduce penalties for unions that strike.

Nassau County Legislator Roger Corbin, who is facing tax fraud charges, got a warm reception (but not a formal endorsement) from his fellow Democrats.

The DCCC is targeting Representative Pete King, who responded by calling Newsday the enemy.

The views of Randi Weingarten and Michael Bloomberg on mayoral control are converging.

David Paterson is still pushing for another pension tier.

A commission suggested ways to "maximize" New York's assets.

Chuck Schumer is pushing to sell the New Rochelle Post Office site to developers.

Did Joe Biden accidentally endorse Paterson?

Warren County officials are considering turning an old jail into affordable housing.

And below, here are Senate Republicans making their case against that drug law revision:

Morning Read, Upstate: Gay Marriage in Flux, Bills Start Flying