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The Department of Education's Scare Tactics

Earlier this week, the New York City Department of Education (DOE) released a list of proposed teacher layoffs that would be pursued if the State refuses to change legislation regarding seniority for Union members. This inspecific, yet ominous "data"...

Glick Introduces Bill to Limit Hospital Executive Compensation

Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, 66th Assembly District, announced introduction today of legislation that would limit total compensation of hospital executives whose hospitals receive public funds to $250,000 annually. This compensation would include...

As someone who has spent nearly my entire adult life in Greenwich Village, I was crestfallen when St. Vincent's shut its doors. Not only was the hospital the center for our community's physical health, it also has been the lifeblood for many small local...

Assembly Chair of Higher Education on Cuomo Budget Cuts to CUNY & SUNY

I am very disappointed in Governor Cuomo's budget as it relates to public higher education in the Empire State. While one can argue with the Governor's assertion that there are trend factors in some areas of the budget which have made increases automatic,...

2011 New York City Parking Calendar

Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick Lends Her Voice to the "It Gets Better" Campaign

Dear Friends, In an effort to move into the 21st Century, and to respond to all the folks who ask me to take my message to a larger audience, we are beginning to do video clips on issues of concern as they emerge. While I believe in thoughtful reflection...

Glick Announces Bereavement Leave for Same-Sex Partner Bill Signed Into Law

Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, 66th Assembly District, announced today that Governor Paterson has signed her bill, A.2563-A/S.6177-A, into law. This bill provides that employers who provide funeral leave for family members of deceased spouse shall not...

Glick Announces Tax Check-Off for Urban Forestry Fund

Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, 66th Assembly District, confirmed passage of A2769-a/S7657-a in both houses of the NYS Legislature. This legislation would allow New York City residents to direct money on their tax returns to the New York City Parks,...

Glick Bill to Extend Pet Trusts Signed into Law

Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, 66th Assembly District, announced today that Governor Paterson has signed into law her legislation (A.5985/S3070) that would repeal the 21-year limitation on pet trusts. Until now, pet owners who wished to provide in their...

Press Statement from Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, Chair Assembly Higher Education Committee

In good times and bad times, public higher education has taken it on the chin. I’m disappointed that the Governor’s budget proposal continues to erode support for our institutions of public higher education. Alleged reform proposals simply wash our...

Press Statement Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, Chair Assembly Higher Education Committee

In good times and bad times, public higher education has taken it on the chin. I’m disappointed that the Governor’s budget proposal continues to erode support for our institutions of public higher education. Alleged reform proposals simply wash our...

AIDS Affordable Housing Bill Passes NYS Assembly

Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, 66th Assembly District, announced passage of her bill, A.2565, which would create affordable housing protection for the 11,000 New Yorkers living with HIV/AIDS who are at risk of losing their homes. “This bill moves...

AIDS Affordable Housing Bill Passes NYS Assembly

Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, 66th Assembly District, announced passage of her bill, A.2565, which would create affordable housing protection for the 11,000 New Yorkers living with HIV/AIDS who are at risk of losing their homes. “This bill moves...

Help with Healthcare: A Guide for Uninsured and Underinsured New Yorkers

Unemployed: A Guide for What to Do Next

College Students: Know Your Rights Under New York State’s SLATE Law

Small Business Resource Guide

New Help for Public Assistance Recipients

New York State’s welfare reform efforts are predicated on the belief that individuals in need of financial assistance can attain self-sufficiency if provided with the skills and opportunity needed to maintain full-time employment. In order to achieve...

Glick Announces Signature of Transit Payment Legislation for CUNY Employees

Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick, 66th Assembly District, announced the signing into law of her bill (A.6339) by the Governor. This legislation will enable the City University of New York (CUNY) to implement a qualified transportation fringe benefit program....