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Rollins brings SNAP food restrictions to forefront with Nebraska soda ban

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins signed a waiver for Nebraska's food stamp program making it the first in the nation to ban soda and energy drinks. Critics... Read More.

New York Gov. Hochul announces statewide, bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions in schools

Wednesday, May 7 by Pat McDonald

Governor Kathy Hochul this week announced that New York is becoming the largest state in the nation to require statewide, bell-to-bell restrictions on smartphones in K-12 schools.The policy is part of the agreement on the FY 2026 State Budget. Following this agreement and enactment... Read More.

Gov. Hochul pushing for smartphone restrictions in schools

Wednesday, March 12 by Pat McDonald

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing for lawmakers to support her “bell-to-bell” proposal for distraction free schools.The proposal includes no unauthorized use of personal devices on school grounds during the school day, including class, lunch and study hall.It allows schools to develop their... Read More.

House Democrats who voted yes on NDAA lament transgender restrictions

Friday, December 13 by The Center Square

Although it remains unclear how many Democratic Senators will vote for the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, some House members in the party have explained why they voted... Read More.

DEA to hold hearing on plan to loosen federal marijuana restrictions

Tuesday, November 26 by The Center Square

The Drug Enforcement Administration plans to hold a formal hearing next week on its plan to reschedule marijuana at the federal level. ... Read More.

New York sued over concealed carry law restrictions

Friday, November 22 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) — New York is being sued over firearm restrictions that ban out-of-state concealed carry holders from getting a permit to bring their firearms into the... Read More.

No COVID restrictions on NY high school sports, championship games planned

Wednesday, July 28 by Bill Moyer

New York State Public High School Athletic Association Executive Director Robert Zayas submitted a report Tuesday to the New York State High School Sports Athlethic Association's Central Committee, saying no COVID-19 restrictions will be imposed on athletic competitions in the upcoming 2021-22 school term.That... Read More.

New York lifts COVID-19 restrictions with 70% aged 18 and older with at least one dose

Tuesday, June 15 by Bill Moyer

New York State announced Tuesday that COVID-19 restrictions are lifted immediately as 70 percent of New Yorkers aged 18 or older have received the first dose of their COVID-19 vaccination series. The State's health guidance and New York Forward industry specific guidelines—including social gathering limits,... Read More.

PA Gov. Wolf relaxes some COVID restrictions on restaurants and other businesses

Friday, March 19 by Bill Moyer

HARRISBURG, PA -- As COVID-19 cases decline and vaccination rates increase, Gov. Tom Wolf has announced the lifting of some targeted restrictions on restaurants and other businesses, as well as increased gathering limits.Effective April 4, restaurants may resume bar service; alcohol service will be... Read More.

NY relaxes COVID-19 restrictions at casinos, movie theaters, bowling alleys, gyms

Thursday, March 18 by Bill Moyer

On March 22, indoor fitness classes can begin reopening statewide at 33 percent capacity with health screening and contact information required at sign-in. Classes should be scheduled to allow additional time for cleaning and disinfection between sessions. Local health departments shall inspect before or... Read More.

Lourdes, UHS hospitals reopen doors today to visitors with some restrictions

Friday, March 5 by Bill Moyer

Visitation resumes today at Southern Tier hospitals at UHS and Lourdes Hospital. Visitation, which had been greatly limited as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, will resume as of Friday, March 5, with some restrictions still in place. Visits will be permitted in keeping with... Read More.

New York eases COVID-19 restrictions for event, arts and entertainment venues

Thursday, March 4 by Bill Moyer

New York State has announced that beginning April 2, event, arts and entertainment venues may reopen at 33 percent capacity, up to 100 people indoors and up to 200 people outdoors. If all attendees present proof of negative test prior to entry, capacity may... Read More.

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Stories tagged with: restrictions

Rollins brings SNAP food restrictions to forefront with Nebraska soda ban

New York Gov. Hochul announces statewide, bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions in schools

Gov. Hochul pushing for smartphone restrictions in schools

House Democrats who voted yes on NDAA lament transgender restrictions

DEA to hold hearing on plan to loosen federal marijuana restrictions

New York sued over concealed carry law restrictions

No COVID restrictions on NY high school sports, championship games planned

New York lifts COVID-19 restrictions with 70% aged 18 and older with at least one dose

PA Gov. Wolf relaxes some COVID restrictions on restaurants and other businesses

NY relaxes COVID-19 restrictions at casinos, movie theaters, bowling alleys, gyms

Lourdes, UHS hospitals reopen doors today to visitors with some restrictions

New York eases COVID-19 restrictions for event, arts and entertainment venues

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