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LAS in the News 06.24.24

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

LAS Condemns Supreme Court Ruling Overturning Roe v. Wade

The Supreme Court has voted to overturn the landmark decision that made abortion legal nationwide.

Data: City Still Failing to Ensure Access to Medical Care for Incarcerated New Yorkers

The Department of Correction continues to be in contempt of a court order, despite claims of compliance, as reported by the New York Daily News.

LAS Calls for Equitable Gun Legislation Following Supreme Court Ruling

The Supreme Court has blocked New York's conceal-carry law and Legal Aid is calling on lawmakers to not repeat policies that disproportionately affect BIPOC communities.

LAS: Mayor Adams Cannot Ignore Deaths on Rikers

The Mayor visited the facility for a press conference but continues to deny the reality of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in City jails.

LAS Decries Rent Hikes for Vulnerable New Yorkers

Despite high prices and economic uncertainty, the Rent Guidelines Board voted to increase rents for residents of stabilized apartments, lofts, and hotels.

LAS Mourns Albert Drye, Eighth New Yorker to Pass in DOC Custody This Year

The Legal Aid Society is demanding immediate answers from the City and the jail medical staff about the circumstances leading to Mr. Drye’s death.

LAS Secures Repeal of Discriminatory Housing Law in Newark

As the result of a lawsuit filed by The Legal Aid Society, individuals using New York's City SOTA grant program will no longer be blocked from obtaining housing in Newark.

LAS in the News 06.17.22

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

Munonyedi Clifford Honored for Housing Justice Work

Clifford has been awarded the Social Justice Scholars Alumni Award from her alma mater, Vermont Law School.