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- Policy Matters Newsletter
Welcome to the August edition of our newsletter, Policy Matters. This month, we share an announcement about new state funding to preserve legal services for unaccompanied minors after a federal contract expires, the Governor's response to growing concerns about funding to support crime victims, highlights from recent town halls on childhood poverty, a top trade association award for our sector
- Policy Matters Newsletter
Welcome to the July edition of our newsletter, Policy Matters. This month, we share information on a new class action lawsuit, updates on key pieces of legislation, a way for you to help New York fight childhood poverty, and staff updates. More below!
- Comment
Empire Justice comments on the Public Review Draft of Plan Forward – A Comprehensive Plan for Monroe County. Our comments mainly focus on the goals and strategies to increase access to a variety of housing that meets the needs of workers and families at different stages of life and is more affordable. Read the letter […]
- Comment
The Inclusive Housing Coalition and its six organizational members provided joint comments on the final draft of the City of Rochester’s new zoning code. While the coalition is pleased with many of its changes from the 2023 draft, it asks the City Planning Commission to recommend that the final draft incorporate its suggestions before it […]
- Policy Article
Empire Justice Center’s Highlights from the 2026 Legislative Session
- Policy Matters Newsletter
Welcome to the May edition of our newsletter, Policy Matters. This month, we have an update on the final state budget, as well as legislative updates, important information on our tax programs, and staff recognition. More below!
- Policy Article
2026 State Budget includes highlights for Legal Services, more work to be done
- Legislative Memos
Memo of Support - Access to Operating Funds
- Legislative Memos
Memo of Support - Improve Transparency and Payment Predictability
- Policy Matters Newsletter
Welcome to the April edition of our newsletter, Policy Matters. This month, we include budget and legislative updates, important information on cases we are working on, and community progress report on racial justice. More below!
Greater Rochester Community Reinvestment Coalition (GRCRC) Submits Comments on M & T Bank’s CRA Exam
Greater Rochester Community Reinvestment Coalition (GRCRC) submit comments regarding M&T Bank’s (M&T) CRA Exam conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of NY (FRBNY) for January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2025 and the NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS) for April 23, 2023 – December 31, 2025. Our tables andanalyses will go through 2025 when […]