Hochul Passes Carlos’s Law, Raising Criminal Fines for Construction Deaths Governor Kathy Hochul passed Carlos's Law, increasing criminal penalties for construction companies responsible for the death or injury of workers. By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
Scaffolding Deaths Are Claiming New York’s Immigrant Workers in an Industry Lacking Accountability Scaffolding-related deaths make construction one of New York City's deadliest occupations. A bill waiting for Gov. Kathy Hochul's signature could help change that, bt it faces fierce opposition from he construction and real estate lobbies. By Courtney Vinopal and Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
Corrupt Lawmakers May Be Banned From Running for Office in NYC Legislation would target those with certain felony charges. By Madina Toure