News · NY
New York approves electric lawn equipment rebates
Elections and votingThe state program will offer rebates for electric lawn equipment to landscapers and municipalities.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskOct 3, 2026
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The Ballot New York Policy Desk
Legislation, budgets and ballot measures in New York
The Policy Desk covers the bills, budgets and ballot measures moving through New York, explained in plain language and sourced from public records.
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Race preview · NY
Who is running in New York’s 3rd House District
Elections and votingThree Republicans are running in NY-3 ahead of the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskOct 1, 2026
News · NY
New York AG Sues Polymarket Over Sports Betting Contracts
Elections and votingThe attorney general alleges that Polymarket offered sports betting contracts in New York without a license.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 29, 2026
News · NY
Trump seeks a lasting physical mark on Washington
HousingTrump is applying his New York real estate outlook to a capital governed by distinct historic and legal considerations.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 29, 2026
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New York announces 173-unit Queens housing completion
HousingThe completed Queens development combines 173 affordable and supportive housing units with a health clinic.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 27, 2026
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What the 2026 Senate Polls Listing Establishes
Elections and votingThe New York Times title points to 2026 Senate polling but does not identify a specific contest, candidate matchup or result.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 27, 2026
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US clears Iranian delegation for UN session in New York
ImmigrationThe State Department will grant visas for a core Iranian delegation to attend next week’s UN General Assembly session in New York City.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 18, 2026
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A Better Road Forward launches New York vehicle campaign
Elections and votingThe new advocacy coalition is promoting fully autonomous passenger vehicles as a path to safer streets and innovation in New York.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 17, 2026
Candidate profile · NY
Stuart Jameson Amoriell candidate profile for NY-21
Elections and votingDemocrat Stuart Jameson Amoriell is running for U.S. House in New York’s 21st District in the 2026 general election.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 12, 2026
Candidate profile · NY
Alexander Bores profile: 2026 NY-12 House race
Elections and votingDemocrat Alexander Bores is among 12 candidates listed in the contested NY-12 U.S. House race set for Nov. 3, 2026.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 10, 2026
Candidate profile · NY
Micah Bergdale runs for U.S. House in New York’s 12th
Elections and votingBergdale is one of 12 candidates listed in the contested NY-12 race ahead of the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 9, 2026
Candidate profile · NY
Candidate profile: Kaley Marie MS Aldrich
Elections and votingAldrich is a Republican candidate in the contested 2026 race for New York’s 12th District seat in the U.S. House.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 7, 2026
Candidate profile · NY
Candidate profile: Jami Floyd in New York’s 12th District
Elections and votingJami Floyd is one of 12 candidates listed in the contested 2026 race for New York’s 12th Congressional District.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskSep 4, 2026
Candidate profile · NY
Candidate profile: Racheal Alisa Johnson
Elections and votingRacheal Alisa Johnson joins Joseph Anthony Kohler, Patricia Annette Miss Mance and Gavin Solomon in New York’s 2026 U.S. Senate race.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskAug 29, 2026
News · NY
Trump’s foreign policy puts allied ties under scrutiny
Foreign policyAn NPR interview examines the effect of President Trump’s foreign policy on America’s relationships with allies.
The Ballot New York Policy DeskAug 24, 2026