Sentences with phrase «as legislators holding»

Some juvenile and domestic relations judges got an earful Dec. 8, as legislators holding judicial reelection interviews asked pointed questions based on critical performance reviews.

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Senator Johnson has been in some hot water with constituents and local media lately for failing to answer citizens» calls to hold listening sessions or meet with them, as other legislators around the country have.

A series of local events highlighting legislators» reliance on out - of - district campaign contributions is being held around the state this week and next as part of a build - up to the formal launch of a new coalition called Fair Elections for New York on April 17.

Still, most lawmakers do not continue to hold dual roles as legislator and taking in outside income.

The Democrat who ousted Sen. Frank Padavan (R - Bellerose) from the seat he held for nearly four decades, Avella has unofficially begun his stint as an Albany legislator.

MPs from previous Parliaments especially told me that they've found canvassing support from political opponents a liberating experience - as they line up with them as legislators to hold the Executive to account.

The chiefs and people of North Tongu holds Hon. Okudzeto in high esteem because of his hard work as a legislator and the massive development he has brought to his constituents, he is also a role model not only to the people of the volta region but many youths in Ghana and Africa at large.

For board approval, the lawsuit would need to acquire at least one Democratic vote, as Democrats hold a one - seat majority on the Board of Legislators.

In District 2, incumbent Chris Allen, the Democratic and Working Families candidate, has served as a county legislator for two consecutive terms, serves as the Deputy Chair for the Public Health and Social Services Committee, and holds positions on the Economic Tourism and Development Committee and the Ways and Means Committee.

While tributes flowed in for the off - duty ATF agent shot to death during last weekend's Seaford pharmacy robbery, the hold up allegedly committed by a pill - popping career criminal, newly sworn - in legislators listened Tuesday afternoon as Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone addressed the highest profile issues facing them.

If the results hold up after the absentee votes are counted, the GOP won't even need the support of veteran legislator John Parete (1038), who appears to have kept his seat running as an independent candidate representing the northwestern part of the county in a tight three - way race with Democratic nominee Kathy Nolan (1018) and Republican Cliff Faintych (748).

Gov. Andrew says he wants ethics reform as part of the budget or he will hold up the state's spending plan, while legislators say they want to negotiate the issue separately.

Beacuse the Legislature hasn't been able to agree on a date on which both the federal and state primaries can be held, legislators who try and fail to run for Congress have, for the past several campaign cycles, had the option of running for their old seats as a Plan B.

«The ratings give voters a scorecard on how their individual legislator voted and how many times they force local governments — reeling from unfunded mandates — to raise taxes or nanny state proposals that interfere in how we choose to live our lives... As long as voters continue to hold Legislators responsible, we believe New York will become a business friendly place that people no longer have to flee in order to save on taxes.&raquAs long as voters continue to hold Legislators responsible, we believe New York will become a business friendly place that people no longer have to flee in order to save on taxes.&raquas voters continue to hold Legislators responsible, we believe New York will become a business friendly place that people no longer have to flee in order to save on taxes.»

Ryan has held fundraisers for North Hempstead Supervisor Judi Bosworth, a second - term Democrat, dating to her time as a Nassau County legislator.

According to Joe Sgamatto, a spokesman for the Board of Legislators» Democratic Caucus, the potential legislation — which will expound upon a set of Republican initiatives introduced simultaneously with Democrats» proposed ban on gun shows held at county facilities — came as a result of sweeping public comment.

As part of the $ 2.8 billion budget reduction plan legislators were poised to vote on, the state will likely hold up for six months millions of dollars in HEAL NY funds to Flushing Hospital, Jamaica Hospital, Elmhurst Hospital, Mt. Sinai Hospital in Astoria and Forest Hills Hospital, according to Stavisky.

The Cortland County Legislature held its organizational meeting Wednesday morning, electing legislator Charles Sudbrink unanimously as Legislature Chair for two years.

State legislators may hold outside jobs, Coombe noted, «so long as the legislator performs work in exchange for the payments.»

Mr. Cuomo, who holds a wide lead in polls over possible challengers, has said he would even go so far as to support rival candidates against recalcitrant legislators of either party, according to people familiar with private discussions the attorney general has had with potential supporters.

The Westchester County Board of Legislators will hold a public hearing on a bill to allow county employees to join in the New York State Early Retirement Incentive Program on Monday June 14th otherwise known as the «Double Dipping» Program.

The proposed amendment establishes a redistricting commission every 10 years beginning in 2020, with two members appointed by each of the four legislative leaders and two members selected by the eight legislative appointees; prohibits legislators and other elected officials from serving as commissioners; establishes principles to be used in creating districts; requires the commission to hold public hearings on proposed redistricting plans; subjects the commission's redistricting plan to legislative enactment; provides that the legislature may only amend the redistricting plan according to the established principles if the commission's plan is rejected twice by the legislature; provides for expedited court review of a challenged redistricting plan; and provides for funding and bipartisan staff to work for the commission.

rang out as they waved blue towels, blew yellow whistles and called on state legislators to hold the line against the governor's attacks on state services and pensions.

Krueger said she is disappointed by what she sees as an attitude held by many legislators that there is nothing wrong with the status quo.

Albany is in a holding pattern as legislators seem to be hammering out a deal with Gov. Andrew Cuomo that could wrap up redistricting, Tier 6, the DNA database and perhaps the budget.

With an «equality rally» outside City Hall before the full Council held a meeting at which some of the bills were introduced, legislators, advocates, and service providers expressed support for the legislation and argued for its necessity in light of Donald Trump's election as President.

Local school leaders say legislators should restore previously held allowances for districts to shuffle resources as needed at the local level, rather than setting state - mandated guidelines for how dollars are spent.

And as a bonus suggestion, how about placing something at the bottom of every report so that we the citizens can hold legislators and our fellow voters accountable for the public school system they create?

Oklahoma's public schools remained closed on Tuesday as teachers held a massive rally at the state Capitol, lobbying legislators to increase funding for public schools.

But in the end, disagreements over how private schools should be held accountable for academic results — as well as legislators» exhaustion after passing a hotly debated gas tax — caused the measure to stall.

More than 1,100 teacher advocacy meetings and policy panel events have been held, providing teachers with access to key decision - makers, such as legislators and district officials

As state legislators across the United States enact laws that ban the use of cellphones while driving, a new HLDI study finds no reductions in crashes after hand - held phone bans take effect.

Bad as legislator can be — the Obamacare disaster is a good illustration — they do normally hold hearing and try to resolve competing interests.

During his session, he will explain the perceptions held by legislators regarding issues that arise before the Agriculture Committee, as well as describe how congressional interaction with the USDA works.

Moreover, the Directive's scope is limited to natural persons: the EU legislator does not seem to be willing to consider to grant protection to legal persons, regardless of the fact that they can be held criminally liable in most MS.. In sum, the real added value of the Directive will depend on its implementation in national law and the willingness of the national courts, as well as of the Court of Justice, to ensure that the Directive contributes to the enhancing of defence rights in the EU.

During law school Jeremy was a Student Ambassador and held numerous chair positions while acting as a legislator for the Student Bar Association.

It also holds important lessons for our legislators in terms of balancing the public interest in encouraging disclosure and attorney - client privilege as Canada wades into whistleblower legislation providing for financial awards.

Meanwhile, cryptocurrency and ICO regulation stories have continued to dominate the headlines, as the U.S. Federal Government held hearings and the Dutch finance minister released a letter relating to how their respective legislators should approach cryptocurrencies and ICOs.

The event was held to give Minnesota children and advocates an opportunity to meet legislators, to celebrate the introduction of SF - 1663 and HF1997, and to serve as a call to action for supporters of the movement to increase access to quality early development and education programs.