In this week’s episode of the Albany Update, we discuss New York City’s plan to provide chemical abortion pills without even requiring an in-person meeting with a medical professional. With priorities like that, it’s no wonder that a recent report shows that half of City kids can’t even proficiently read or do simple math. 

In state news, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a series of human-trafficking bills into law. 

Then, in federal news, we take note of the fact that too many of New York’s congressional delegation voted to continue funding for LGBT pride celebrations in the U.S. military. Hey, more funding for drag queens and less funding for special forces, who says the Department of Defense has lost its way? 

Finally, a western New York family is suing the state over the death of their disabled relative. If their account is accurate, it’s a tragic story of how the state failed to protect one of the most vulnerable among us. 

Let’s get started.