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Full Episode: Healthcare & Vaccine Access in NYS

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It was a very busy last week of the 2026 Legislative Session! New York State Lawmakers introduced and passed a measure to allow for mid-decade redistricting following the April U.S. Supreme Court ruling. State Sen. Jacob Ashby (R - Rensselaer County) joins us to discuss the issue of losing healthcare coverage for New Yorkers. Amid federal changes to vaccine guidelines, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation meant to extend protecting for vaccine access and healthcare providers.

Full Episode: New York's Redistricting Efforts, State Sen. Jacob Ashby on Healthcare Issues, Unpacking Statewide Vaccine Access Amid Federal Changes + Rollbacks

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  • It was a very busy last week of the 2026 Legislative Session! New York State Lawmakers introduced and passed a measure to allow for mid-decade redistricting following the April U.S. Supreme Court ruling.
  • State Sen. Jacob Ashby (R - Rensselaer County) joins us to discuss the issue of losing healthcare coverage for New Yorkers.
  • Amid federal changes to vaccine guidelines, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation meant to extend protecting for vaccine access and healthcare providers.