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Sen Adams Calls on Mayor Bloomberg to Close Public Schools to Stem the Possible Spread of the H1N1 Virus

NYS Senators Eric Adams, Chairman of the Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs Committee and Hiram Monserrate call on Mayor Michael Bloomberg to close NYC public schools on Thursday, May 21 and Friday, May 22 as a precautionary measure against the spread of the H1N1 virus that has caused such great concern over the past month.  This creates a 5-day window to insure a safe environment and inform parents about prevention techniques, both designed to stem any possible spread of the H1N1 virus.

May 20, 2009
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Senator Adams Commends the Service of NY State Troopers in the Senate Chamber

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Senator Adams Commends the Service of NY State Troopers in the Senate Chamber

May 20, 2009
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Public Hearing: Public Hearing: Committee on Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs

Topic: A "Veteran Friendly" State Focusing on Jobs and Education.

Contact: Ryan Spelman (518) 455-2431

May 26, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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1st Brooklyn Gang Summit: Presented by Brooklyn DA Charles Hynes

NYS Sen Adams Announces Brookly DA Charles Hynes' 1st Brooklyn Gang Summit: Gang Activity, prison and Public Safety: The Disturbing Connection

Confim your attendance- contact Vanda Steward - Executive Director, ComALERT, 718 250 3281 or sewardv@brooklynda.org

 

May 21, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Senator Adams Sponsors Resolution for "Day of Remembrance" for NYS Police Who Risk Their Lives

NYS Senator Eric Adams will introduce/sponsor a resolution to designate Tuesday May 19, 2009 as a Day of Remembrance in honor of New York State Police. 

May 18, 2009
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Senator Adams' Newsletter May 18-31, 2009

CLICK BELOW for the latest Newsletter from NYS Senator Eric Adams!  Click on the PDF!

May 18, 2009
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NY Times: California Voters Consider Limiting Raises for Lawmakers

California Voters Consider Limiting Raises for Lawmakers

By KATHARINE Q. SEELYEOn Tuesday, voters in California are likely to do what many citizens all over the country would probably love to do: put the brakes on pay increases for elected state officials...

......In New York, State Senator Eric Adams, a Democrat from Brooklyn, said he liked the idea of limiting pay raises during deficits,...

 

May 18, 2009
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Craigslist Announces Plan to Eliminate "Erotic Services" as Senator Adams Pursues Legislation to Combat Internet Criminal Activity

NYS SENATOR ERIC ADAMS PURSUES LEGISLATION IN RESPONSE TO THE “CRAIGSLIST KILLER” AND OTHER INTERNET CRIMINAL ACTIVITY.  CRAIGSLIST ANNOUNCES PLAN TO ELIMINATE “EROTIC SERVICES” AND PRE-SCREEN “ADULT SERVICES” SUBMISSIONS.

May 15, 2009
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Unemployment Forum

A guide to benefits and moving forward.

May 18, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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The Dalai Lama Visits the NYS Senate

The Dalai Lama Visits the NYS Senate

May 15, 2009
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The Dalai Lama Visits the NYS Senate

The Dalai Lama Visits the NYS Senate.

May 15, 2009
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Senator Adams Meets with Middle School Students in Legislative Office in Albany

Senator Adams Meets with Middle School Students in Legislative Office in Albany.

May 15, 2009
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Distiniguished Leadership Award Series Presents: A Conversation with Comptroller William Thompson

Comptroller will discuss efforts to diversify the New York city Pension funds, creating opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses, and his vision for NYC.

Space is limited: $20.00 fee for non CUP-members.

For more info or RSVP, email Ashleigh at agibson@nysup.org.

May 21, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Eco-Art Community Festival

fine art demonstrations, workshops, kids' activities, and find out how GREEN can save you money.

Call 718-284-4700 for more info.

 

July 26, 11:00 AM - 4:40 PM
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NYS Senator Adams hosts Homeland Security Business Round Table

On Tuesday, May 12, Senator Adams hosted a round table discussion of Homeland Security Business representatives to discuss improvements and ideas from experts in the field.

May 14, 2009
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NYS Senator Adams hosts Homeland Security Business Round Table

On Tuesday, May 12, Senator Adams hosted a round table discussion of Homeland Security Business representatives to discuss improvements and ideas from experts in the field. 

May 14, 2009
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NYS Senator Adams hosts Homeland Security Business Round Table

On Tuesday, May 12, Senator Adams hosted a round table discussion of Homeland Security Business representatives to discuss improvements and ideas from experts in the field. Here, participants weigh in with their comments.

May 14, 2009
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NYS Senator Adams hosts Homeland Security Business Round Table

On Tuesday, May 12, Senator Adams hosted a round table discussion of Homeland Security Business representatives to discuss improvements and ideas from experts in the field. 

May 14, 2009
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ADAMS-SPONSORED BILL PASSES SENATE: EXTENDS ALLOWED DAYS FOR COURT CONFIRMATION OF A STANDBY GUARDIAN

This bill extends the number of days for court confirmation of a standby guardian from 60 to 180.   For more information, click link below.

File: 
Billl S2782- Adams

May 14, 2009
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SENATORS LAUNCH PUSH FOR STRONGER RENT LAWS

NYS Senator Eric Adams states: “New York State government has had power over New York City rent laws since 1971. This had resulted in a dramatic weakening of rent regulations. In 1997, for example, Republican Governor George Pataki and a Republican-controlled State Senate capitulated to heavy landlord lobbying and campaign contributions and enacted vacancy decontrol, a method used to deregulate rent stabilized apartments. Tens of thousands of affordable rent regulated apartments have become expensive market rentals.

May 12, 2009
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