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nysfocus. com > 04/21/2026 > data-center-tax-break-john-kaehny

$77 Million for a Single Job: A Q&A with Subsidies Expert John Kaehny

2+ hour, 35+ min ago  (823+ words) The leader of Reinvent Albany discusses a data center subsidy in Rockland County that flew under the radar for years. On Monday, New York Focus reported that banking giant JPMorgan Chase received a $77 million tax break from Rockland County's industrial…...

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nysfocus. com > 03/31/2026 > essential-plan-health-insurance-new-york-bill

As New Yorkers Face Health Insurance Cliff, Legislators Urge State to

3+ week, 33+ min ago  (1181+ words) Nearly half a million New Yorkers on the Essential Plan could lose their coverage this summer. State lawmakers are announcing legislation this week to ensure health care coverage for nearly half a million New Yorkers set to lose their insurance…...

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nysfocus. com > 02/09/2026 > medicaid-essential-plan-budget-hearing-new-york

Three Questions About Medicaid for New York Officials

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1015+ words) State officials have so far dodged questions about the future of New York's largest health plan. A hearing on Tuesday could provide some insight. Over 95 percent of New Yorkers have health insurance " one of the highest coverage rates in the…...

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nysfocus. com > 09/05/2025 > home-care-bid-rigging-skoufis

Home Care Employer Walks Back Testimony, Fueling Concerns of Rigged $11 Billion Contract

7+ mon, 2+ week ago  (916+ words) The Reporters" Notebook features bite-sized stories and updates from New York Focus reporters on the topics they cover. A letter released this morning gives new ammunition to critics who allege New York state officials rigged the process for awarding an…...