The City Haul: The Legislature Got Something Done

By Heather Grossmann

DNAinfo Reporter/Producer

MANHATTAN — The legislature passed Leandra's Law, which toughens penalties for drunk driving with minors in the car, and the Assembly passed the Public Authorities Reform Act, which Bloomberg now supports. [timesunion.com, LoHud.com]

But still no budget deal in Albany. And a Marist Poll shows that most New Yorkers are very worried about the state of New York's finances. [nypost.com, maristpoll.edu]

Former Mayor Ed Koch celebrated his 85th birthday with guests including former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger and Mayor Michael Bloomberg. [nydailynews.com]

The New York Times has the details on the mayor's recent trip to France.

Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani says self-professed 9/11 mastermind Khalid Shaikh Mohammed should be tried in a military tribunal. [nypost.com]

Pedicab owners have until Friday to register their businesses or get off the streets. [DNAinfo.com]

Good news, straphangers — the MTA says there will be no fare hikes in 2010. [nypost.com]

 

 

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