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New York's $254B Budget Targets Gun Violence, School Cellphone Ban

4/29/2025

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled a monumental $254 billion state budget, allocating $370 million to combat gun violence and enforcing a "bell-to-bell" cellphone ban in schools. Additionally, a controversial new charge for mask-wearing during crimes has been introduced. Lawmakers are poised to cast their votes on this pivotal budget soon.

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled a monumental $254 billion state budget, allocating $370 million to combat gun violence and enforcing a "bell-to-bell" cellphone ban in schools. Additionally, a controversial new charge for mask-wearing during crimes has been introduced. Lawmakers are poised to cast their votes on this pivotal budget soon.