A weekly newsletter assembled by Hinman Straub, LeadingAge New York's legislative counsel, highlighting health-related legislative, policy and regulatory updates.

As in previous years, LeadingAge New York Advocacy Day participants should schedule their own meetings with lawmakers for Advocacy Day on Tues., Feb. 4. To assist in this effort, LeadingAge New York has put together this useful "how to" to help you schedule meetings meetings with lawmakers. However, if you need further assistance, please contact Alyssa Lovelace at 518-867-8844.

Press release from the governor's office regarding 2014 agenda.

LeadingAge New York's summary of the 2014 State of the State address.

"The New York State Legislative Session Calendar establishes a schedule for the 2014 Legislative Session and provides dates important to the legislative process. The Session Calendar is intended to afford Members flexibility in conducting legislative business in Albany and planning activities within their home districts. The Session Calendar will foster orderly and timely consideration of legislation. Unforeseen events may require modification of the Session Calendar."

Gov. Cuomo offers a glimpse into his State of the State Address, as well as his 2014-15 budget proposal expected later this month.

A weekly newsletter assembled by Hinman Straub, LeadingAge New York's legislative counsel, highlighting health-related legislative, policy and regulatory updates.

Long Island senator resigns - will now serve as CEO of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.