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Historic Ethics Reform Legislation Passes Senate with Independent Democratic Conference Support

Posted by Jeffrey D. Klein on Monday, June 13th, 2011

The Independent Democratic Conference joined their colleagues in the Senate today to pass a comprehensive ethics reform package that strengthens oversight of the State Legislature, increases transparency, and helps restore the public's faith in their state government.

Independent Democratic Conference Releases 2012 Legislative Agenda

Posted by Jeffrey D. Klein on Sunday, January 8th, 2012

NEW YORK, NY - The Independent Democratic Conference released its 2012 legislative agenda Thursday aimed at strengthening this state's economy, improving the lives of New York residents, and preserving New York's progressive tradition.

The agenda was released on the anniversary of the IDC's formation and after a successful year that saw many of the conference's 2011 priorities made into law.