Governor & Legislative Leaders Announce 2021-2022 State Budget Agreement
April 7, 2021 — The Governor and the Legislature agreed to the 2021-2022 State Budget yesterday afternoon. As of this update, the Senate has passed all the 2021-22 State Budget Bills, with the Assembly returning to session today to complete the passage process. The $212B package represents a jump in spending of $18B from last year’s […]
New York Legalizes Recreational Marijuana
April 1, 2021 — Yesterday, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act into law, immediately legalizing the possession of up to 3 ounces of marijuana for adults 21 and over and establishing a government agency that will regulate and license a retail industry that’s expected to raise hundreds of millions in tax revenue […]
Wolman on US Senate Passing American Rescue Package
DHC’s Wolman Reports on US Senate Passing American Rescue Package March 8, 2021 — Derek Wolman, Chair of Davidoff Hutcher & Citron’s Hospitality & Restaurant Law practice reports that over the weekend, the U.S. Senate passed the American Rescue Package, which includes $28.6 billion dedicated for restaurant relief to save restaurants, bars, and jobs. The […]
Weiss on DOB Restrictions on New Work Permits & Violations
Weiss on NYC DOB Restrictions on New Work Permits & Violations March 4, 2021 — Howard S. Weiss, Chair of the Land Use and Zoning Law practice group has cautioned the firm’s clients that beginning March 4, 2021, the New York City Department of Buildings imposed new restrictions on obtaining permits for buildings with high […]
DHC’s Citron on What Trump’s Taxes Might Tell NY Prosecutors
DHC’s Citron on What Trump’s Taxes Might Tell NY Prosecutors February 23, 2021 – Adam Citron, an attorney and Partner in Davidoff Hutcher & Citron’s Divorce and Family Law practice spoke to the Associated Press about what New York prosecutors might be looking for when the former President’s tax returns are turned over following a […]
Senator Schumer And Restaurant Relief
February 22, 2021 — Yesterday, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer joined the Executive Director of the New York City Hospitality Alliance Andrew Rigie and owner of Dirt Candy Amanda Cohen at a press conference to enact a dedicated Restaurant Relief Fund to help save countless restaurants, bars, and jobs. Below is a summary of the […]
DHC Secures Safe Reopening Plan for Amusement Parks and Attractions Following Pandemic Closures
February 18, 2021 — Governor Cuomo announced that New York’s outdoor amusement and water parks will be open for the 2021 season. The New England Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (NEAAPA), a trade association representing amusement parks, water parks, and attractions throughout the United States, “was able to develop a reopening plan with the […]
New York to Receive $50 Billion in Biden’s Rescue Package
February 12, 2021 — D.C. Update: More than $50 billion funding would be allocated to New York as part of President Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus rescue package that is being worked on in the House. Based on reports from House committees, highlights of the funding levels include the following: $12.6 billion in New York State […]
Restaurant Funding in President Biden’s Rescue Package
February 8, 2021 — DHC’s Washington, D.C. office has been engaged with Members of Congress in both the House and Senate regarding the next federal stimulus package and are closely monitoring funding for restaurants. President Biden’s proposal for a $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief package currently includes a $25 billion grant program for struggling restaurants which Leader Schumer […]
President-Elect Biden’s $1.9 Trillion Virus Response
January 15, 2021 — Last night, President-elect Joe Biden laid out a $1.9 trillion Covid-19 relief plan designed to both pump money into the economy and contain the coronavirus pandemic. Biden’s “American Rescue Plan” includes a wave of new spending, including more direct payments to households, an expansion of jobless benefits, more money for state […]
