Hochul issues final vetoes and approvals for 2024 bills in New York

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has vetoed several bills as 2024 ends, including one aimed at increasing transparency for emergency contracts. Critics argue this decision protects a flawed system and contradicts her earlier promises of transparency. Hochul also rejected a bill that would expand eligibility for wrongful death claims, maintaining her stance against changes that could raise insurance costs. Community organizations criticized her veto of legislation to adjust shelter reimbursement rules, which they say harms vulnerable populations. Despite the vetoes, Hochul approved a bill regulating the use of artificial intelligence by state agencies. Two bills remain for her consideration, one related to school funding and another focused on climate change funding from certain companies.