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Tobacco-Free Kids Strongly Supports Gov. Hochul's Call to End Sale of All Flavored Tobacco Products and Increase the Cigarette Tax in New York

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids strongly supports Governor Kathy Hochul's proposals, made in her State of the State Address today, to prohibit the sale of all flavored tobacco products in New York and increase the state's cigarette tax from $4.35 to $5.35 per pack. Gov. Hochul deserves enormous credit for proposing these bold policies to protect kids from tobacco addiction, advance health equity and save countless lives. These policies will continue New York's leadership in fighting tobacco use – the nation's number one cause of preventable death – and improve health and save lives in the state for generations to come. We urge the New York Legislature to approve these policies during this year's session.

Key Points: 
  • Hochul deserves enormous credit for proposing these bold policies to protect kids from tobacco addiction, advance health equity and save countless lives.
  • Hochul's plan includes introducing legislation to expand the state's current prohibition on the sale of flavored e-cigarettes by ending the sale of all flavored tobacco products.
  • The evidence is clear that raising the price of tobacco products is one of the most effective ways to reduce tobacco use, especially among kids.
  • 577, legislation introduced by Council Member Rita Joseph to end the sale of all flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes.

Greenberg Traurig's Jennifer M. Gomez Named to City & State's 2022 Albany 40 Under 40 List

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

ALBANY, N.Y., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jennifer M. Gomez, a Litigation of counsel in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Albany office, has been named to City & State's 2022 "Albany 40 Under 40" list.

Key Points: 
  • Jennifer M. Gomez, a Litigation of counsel in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Albany office, has been named to City & State's 2022 "Albany 40 Under 40" list.
  • ALBANY, N.Y., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jennifer M. Gomez , a Litigation of counsel in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Albany office , has been named to City & State's 2022 " Albany 40 Under 40 " list.
  • About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2400 attorneys in 43 locations in the United States, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.
  • Greenberg Traurig is Mansfield Rule 4.0 Certified Plus by The Diversity Lab and net carbon neutral with respect to its office energy usage.

BrainBox AI Named a Qualified Vendor by NYSERDA for its Real-Time Energy Management + Tenants Program

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

BrainBox AI , a pioneer in autonomous building technology, is proud to announce that it has been named a qualified vendor for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authoritys (NYSERDA) Real-Time Energy Management + Tenants (RTEM + Tenants) program.

Key Points: 
  • BrainBox AI , a pioneer in autonomous building technology, is proud to announce that it has been named a qualified vendor for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authoritys (NYSERDA) Real-Time Energy Management + Tenants (RTEM + Tenants) program.
  • NYSERDAS RTEM + Tenants Program supports the deployment and utilization of energy management systems and services in leased commercial offices.
  • To be an Approved System Provider, BrainBox AI demonstrated that it can successfully provide building owners, operators, and tenants with a tool that impactfully decreases commercial building energy consumption and carbon footprint.
  • Were honored that NYSERDA has chosen BrainBox AI as a qualified vendor, making our technology even more accessible to the New York market, said Jean-Simon Venne, Chief Technology Officer and Co-founder, BrainBox AI.

Grubhub's 'Serving the City' Will Offer More Than 25,000 Meals to Communities in Need Across NYC

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

NEW YORK, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Continued fallout from the pandemic and the rise in grocery prices due to inflation means more New Yorkers are facing food insecurity, and Grubhub's Serving the City is partnering with members of the New York City Council to help address the need. Launching tomorrow, the program will run for at least 16 weeks and expects to deliver 25,000 meals to communities in need across each of the City Council's 51 districts.

Key Points: 
  • Launching tomorrow, the program will run for at least 16 weeks and expects to deliver 25,000 meals to communities in need across each of the City Council's 51 districts.
  • "Food insecurity remains a challenge for many New Yorkers, including residents who live in District 28," said Speaker Adrienne Adams.
  • "Small businesses and restaurants are also struggling to recover from the pandemic, and need support from community partners.
  • Grubhub's new Serving the City initiative will bring together elected officials, local eateries, and residents to deliver meals to those who need it most.

Greenberg Traurig's Mark S. Weprin Named to City & State's '2022 Queens Power 100' List

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark S. Weprin, a Government Law & Policy Practice shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's New York office, has been named to City & State's 2022 "Queens Power 100" list.

Key Points: 
  • Mark S. Weprin, a Government Law & Policy Practice shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's New York office, has been named to City & State's 2022 "Queens Power 100" list.
  • NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark S. Weprin , a Government Law & Policy Practice shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP 's New York office , has been named to City & State's 2022 "Queens Power 100" list.
  • According to the publication, the list recognizes the borough's politically influential people in law, business, government, nonprofits, education, and more.
  • Most recently, Greenberg Traurig's Government Law & Policy team was "Top Listed" for Government Relations in Best Lawyers in America's 2018 edition.

Racism: The Hidden Driver of HIV, Key Focus of Iris House Women’s Summit

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Friday, April 29, 2022

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220429005572/en/
    As a thought leader in the field of women and HIV, the Iris House Summit draws participants and attendees from around the country and internationally, many who are women living with HIV.
  • Womens health being at the forefront, while providing a space to create discourse around such issues, gives credence to this annual event, stated Ingrid Floyd, Iris House executive director.
  • The Women as the Face of AIDS Summit is produced annually by Iris House with the financial support of dozens of organizations, including government agencies, corporations, and community-based organizations.
  • For more information on Iris House and Iris House Programs, please contact Nichole Benjamin, Director of Development at 646 548 0100 ext.

The Fresh Air Fund Announces Lisa Gitelson as its New Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Fresh Air Fund Board of Directors and Chairman William P. Lauder announce the appointment of Lisa Gitelson as the new Chief Executive Officer to begin on April 18, 2022. The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, has served New York City's youth since 1877. Throughout Ms. Gitelson's over 25-year career in public service, as an attorney and child welfare advocate, she has been dedicated to addressing the needs of underserved youth. Prior to joining The Fresh Air Fund, she was Assistant Executive Director/Legal Counsel for The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC). She is also an Adjunct Professor at Silberman School of Social Work, Hunter College, CUNY, where she teaches the Policy & Practice of Child Welfare.

Key Points: 
  • The Fresh Air Fund Board of Directors and Chairman William P. Lauder announce the appointment of Lisa Gitelson as the new Chief Executive Officer.
  • NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Fresh Air Fund Board of Directors and Chairman William P. Lauder announce the appointment of Lisa Gitelson as the new Chief Executive Officer to begin on April 18, 2022.
  • "We are pleased to name Lisa Gitelson as The Fund's new Chief Executive Officer," said William P. Lauder, Chairman of the Board.
  • I look forward to working with The Fund's dedicated staff and partnering with our families and communities to continue strengthening the children of our city," said Lisa Gitelson, Chief Executive Officer, The Fresh Air Fund.

Greenberg Traurig's Mark S. Weprin Elected to New Yorkers for Parks Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

NEW YORK, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark S. Weprin, a shareholder in the Government Law & Policy Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's New York office, has been elected to the board of directors of New Yorkers for Parks.

Key Points: 
  • Mark S. Weprin, a shareholder in the Government Law & Policy Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's New York office, has been elected to the board of directors of New Yorkers for Parks.
  • NEW YORK, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mark S. Weprin , a shareholder in the Government Law & Policy Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's New York office , has been elected to the board of directors of New Yorkers for Parks.
  • According to the organization's mission statement, "For more than 100 years, New Yorkers for Parks has been the champion for the creation, protection, and care of the city's treasured parks and open spaces.
  • Most recently, Greenberg Traurig's Government Law & Policy team was "Top Listed" for Government Relations in Best Lawyers in America's 2018 edition.

Renowned Meteorologist and Hurricane Specialist Bryan Norcross Joins FOX Weather

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Monday, March 14, 2022

FOX Weather, FOX News Medias free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) weather service, has hired renowned meteorologist Bryan Norcross announced Sharri Berg, president of the service.

Key Points: 
  • FOX Weather, FOX News Medias free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) weather service, has hired renowned meteorologist Bryan Norcross announced Sharri Berg, president of the service.
  • Norcross added, "I'm thrilled to join old friends and new colleagues at FOX Weather as we build a dynamic new weather service.
  • With a career spanning more than five decades, Norcross joins FOX Weather from ABC affiliate WPLG-TV in Miami, Florida where he most recently served as a hurricane specialist.
  • Available at foxweather.com and through the FOX Weather app for iOS and Android, FOX Weather is also on internet-connected TVs via FOX NOW, the FOX News app, Tubi, Amazon News, YouTube TV, The Roku Channel, fuboTV and Xumo.

Preston Hollow Community Capital Completes Bond Funding for Construction of Urban Health Plan’s Community Health Center in the Bronx

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

UHP provides high-quality, affordable medical, behavioral health, and oral health care services to medically underserved communities in the Bronx, Queens and Manhattan.

Key Points: 
  • UHP provides high-quality, affordable medical, behavioral health, and oral health care services to medically underserved communities in the Bronx, Queens and Manhattan.
  • This facility will advance the vision of UHPs founder, Dr. Richard Izquierdo, to expand health care services in the South Bronx.
  • UHP is a Federally Qualified Community Health Center with a network of 12 health centers, two outpatient mental health sites, 12 school-based health centers, and two part-time facilities.
  • Preston Hollow Community Capital provides specialized impact financing solutions for projects of significant social and economic importance to local communities in the United States.