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EPISODE · Feb 27, 2026 · 26 MIN

Albany at a Crossroads: COLA, ICE & $400M

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Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed a 1.7% cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase for non profits supporting the human services sector. Advocates say the rising cost of inflation requires at least a 2.7% COLA increase. Bill Gettman, CEO of Northern Rivers Family of Services, unpacks the issue with us. State Sen. Pat Fahy (D - Capital Region) joins us to discuss the latest with the $400 million in funding that was allocated to the city of Albany in last year's state budget and the projects currently underway. We also dive into the continued focus on immigration policies at the state capitol.   Explore More: nynow.org

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