Committee debates uniform tattoo policy for law enforcement; members raise First Amendment concerns Senate print 8021-c (Hinchey) would require statewide uniform policies on tattoos for state and local law enforcement. Members questioned subjectivity, First Amendment implications, and who would decide what is offensive; sponsors were urged to add reasonableness standards and consult unions.

A heated debate is underway as New York lawmakers consider a new tattoo policy for law enforcement that could redefine personal expression on the job, but First Amendment concerns loom large.

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Lawyers and investigators press crypto firms to cooperate with state law enforcement Attorney general staff and DAs told senators stablecoin issuers and some exchanges have delayed or refused to freeze or return assets, hampering victim recovery; blockchain-analytics firms and DAs urged legislation to compel cooperation and tools to return stolen cryptocurrency.

Crypto firms are facing mounting pressure from lawmakers for failing to cooperate with law enforcement in freezing assets tied to fraud, jeopardizing victim recovery efforts.

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Senators Martinez and Oberacker propose highway dedication for Trooper Edward L Cunningham Senators Martinez and Oberacker advance motion to dedicate highway to Trooper Cunningham.

A proposed highway dedication to honor fallen Trooper Edward L. Cunningham is igniting a wave of community pride and remembrance in New York.

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