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New York Updated their Car Seat Law

The State of New York wants parents to protect their infants and children from motor vehicle accidents, which is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 through 13. Car seats provide that protection. New York enacted an updated car seat law that went into effect on November 1, 2019. New York’s first car seat law went into effect on April 1, 1982. It required all children to be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle, until they reach their 8th birthday. The law described “an appropriate child restraint system” as “one that … Continue reading →

New York Regulation Makes Autism Coverage Difficult

Insurance companies in New York are required to cover the costs of applied behavior analysis. This went into effect in 2011. Now, a new state regulation has popped up that would greatly reduce the number of providers for ABA therapy that the insurance companies would cover. This will make it harder for families to afford the therapy that their children require. In 2011, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a law that required health insurance companies to cover the cost of autism services. The insurers had to pay up to $45,000 a year for therapy and treatment, including applied behavior analysis (ABA). … Continue reading →

New York Genealogy Resources

New York is “The Empire State”. It is where the Empire State building is located. Ellis Island, located very near New York, was a gateway for millions if immigrants who came to the United States between 1892 and 1954. Are you looking for more information about ancestors who lived in New York? If so, then here are several New York genealogy resources that can help you. Ancestry.com has a page that is filled with links to all of their New York genealogy collections of records. In order to access these collections, you must have an Ancestry.com membership. Sometimes, a collection … Continue reading →

Medicaid Coverage in New York for Pregnant Women

The Medicaid programs in each state have a portion that is designed to cover the health care needs of women who are pregnant. In New York, the main Medicaid program will provide that coverage. The state also has a prenatal care program, and a family planning program. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It provides coverage for individuals and families who are low income, and who are unable to afford to buy a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also partially funded by … Continue reading →

New York has a Child Health Plus Program

Every state has a Medicaid program. The portion set aside for children is often called CHIP. Some states will rename the program to something that sounds a bit more friendly. In New York, the Medicaid program is called Child Health Plus. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance coverage. It is designed to provide health insurance coverage for individuals and families who are low income and who cannot afford to buy a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It also is funded by the government of … Continue reading →

Basic Information About Medicaid in New York

Every state has its own Medicaid program. The information that is easily accessible on the Medicaid website for a given state can vary. Some give all the vital information, and others withhold it. New York does a good job of giving basic information about their state’s Medicaid program. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to provide health insurance coverage for individuals and families who are low income and who cannot afford to purchase a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is partially funded by the federal government. It is also … Continue reading →

Inclusion Program in New York City Brings Controversy

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In New York City, parents are upset about a citywide special education plan that focuses on including students who have special needs into general education classrooms. Parents feel this plan is being implemented too quickly, with not enough information about it. Others feel it will bring the schools in New York City up to date with current trends in special education. Is it best to include students who have special needs into mainstream classrooms for the majority of the school day? Is it best to keep students with special needs in a classroom run by a properly trained special education … Continue reading →

Search New York 1940 Census Records For Free

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The 1940 United States Census is the biggest, most exciting, set of documents that genealogists will encounter this year. Many have waited a long time to be able to search through this data. Ancestry.com is offering access to the New York 1940 U.S. Census for free right now. To say that the release of the data from the 1940 United States Census was exciting would be an understatement. Genealogists caused 37 million hits on the National Archives website right away. This caused a virtual traffic jam which temporarily made the website crash. Later, when it once again became possible to … Continue reading →

New York Auto Insurance Fraud Ring Shut Down

A federal investigation has resulted in the dismantling of an auto insurance fraud ring that was working in New York. This group managed to scam insurance companies out of $279 million dollars, by filing bogus claims. They were able to do this by taking advantage of New York’s no-fault auto insurance. Some states have what is called no-fault auto insurance. Florida and New York are two of the states that do. The majority of states do not use this particular type of car insurance. No-fault auto insurance is a personal, (or individual), policy that functions somewhat differently than a typical … Continue reading →

Planet Explorers: New York City

What are the Planet Explorers? Well, if you’re planning a family trip, you’re going to want to know the answer to that question! Planet Explorers are guidebooks for kids that work on your Kindle, Nook, or smartphone, and they are only $3.00 each. Your child can learn all about your family’s destination and be your tour guide the whole time you’re away from home. Let’s start by taking a look at the book for New York City. We start out with a table of contents listing all the major attractions in New York City, and there are hyperlinks to jump … Continue reading →