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Assembly passes revised bill to give encrypted police radio access to press - but not for NYPD

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By Todd Maisel Verified
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The New York State Assembly passed revised legislation that would grant encrypted police radio access to credentialed media outlets throughout the state. The bill, "The Police Radio Transparency Act," (A11199A), sponsored by Bronx Assembly Member Karines Reyes, passed the Assembly on June 3 by a vote of 82 to 58. An identical Senate bill sponsored by state Sen.
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Reporters for amNewYork wins 15 New York Press Photographers Association awards for incredible images

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By Todd Maisel Verified
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Dean Moses (l.), the police bureau chief, and Lloyd Mitchell, a freelance photographer and frequent amNewYork contributor, won high honors from the New York Press Photographers Association for their powerful photography during the past year. Two ace amNewYork photographers garnered 15 awards for their keen eyes and incredible images in the 91st New York Press Photographers Association Year in Pictures 2025 competition.
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Hochul vetoes press access to encrypted police transmissions saying ‘technically not feasible’ – amNewYork

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By Todd Maisel Verified
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Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed a bill on Friday night that would’ve given credentialed news organizations access to encrypted police radios to provide the public with real-time breaking news state-wide. In a rejection memo, the governor remarked the bill to provide credentialed media with encrypted radio access, “while a worthy goal for transparency, may not be technologically feasible.” The veto came a day after the City Council approved a more detailed bill (Int.
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