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New York State's budget is now officially six weeks late. We bring updates on where negotiations stand as of this week. Criminal Justice Advocates and State Lawmakers are trying to shore up support for a bill that would end qualified immunity for officers. We unpack the bill's impact from supporters and critics. State Sen. Nathalia Fernandez (D - Bronx & Westchester) joins us to discuss a legislative push to establish an alcohol tax to support drug treatment services in the state. The Legislative Correspondent's Association is gearing up for its annual "LCA Show" on May 19th at 8pm in the Convention Center.

 

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