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LAS Calls on President Biden to Rescind “Public Charge” Rule

The call comes as the Supreme Court announced its intention to hear the government's appeal of a preliminary injunction won by advocates, as reported by CNN.

LAS Backs “Clean Slate” Legislation

The proposed bill would create a two-step process to automatically seal and expunge past convictions, according to the New York Daily News.

LAS in the News 02.19.21

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 Joins Call to Support the Invest in Our New York Act

The legislation would raise taxes on the wealthiest New Yorkers in order to ensure state funding for the important social services, reports Times Union.

LAS Urges Tenants to Submit Hardship Declaration Forms to Prevent Eviction

The Legal Aid Society joined elected officials and advocates in a press conference advising New Yorkers struggling with rent on available protections, according to El Diaro.

LAS Troubled by Latest NYPD Misconduct Records Release

Files released by Staten Island DA shed light on lack of accountability for bad cops, as reported by Gothamist.

LAS Cheers as Court Upholds Release of Police Disciplinary Records

The Federal Appeals Court decision affirms lawmakers' landmark repeal of "50-A", reports Newsday.

LAS Calls Out Disparities in Cuomo’s Marijuana Legalization Proposal

The Governor's proposal risks continued criminalization of communities of color, according to City and State.

LAS Decries Remote Court Proceedings in the Age of COVID-19

Defenders are facing hurdles protecting client's rights as a result of faulty remote hearings, as reported by Wired.

LAS in the News 02.12.21

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.