Power & Politics

Prior to his role with Albany Law School, Wildes managed several State Agencies, (Office of Mental Health, the Office of Addiction Services and Supports, the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, and the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs). He also played a major role in implementing the Governor's $1 billion investment into New York State's mental health system.

He also addressed:Affordability and Policy in the BudgetAdvocacy and Mental Health FundingImpact of Involuntary Commitment LawsHousing and Homelessness InitiativesSubstance Abuse and Overdose PreventionOverdose Prevention Centers and PsilocybinDaniel's Law and Law Enforcement Training
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The family of Robert Brooks met with Governor Kathy Hochul at the State Capital on Monday, calling it a good first step as they advocate for prison reform.

Robert Brooks was killed while in custody at Marcy Correctional Facility in December 2024, the video of his beating going viral and sparking a movement to end violence in prisons. A prison omnibus package, inspired by this movement, aimed at transparency and oversight was signed by Governor Hochul in December.

Now, the Brooks family says the work will continue, with the meeting with the Governor aimed at pushing for more change.
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Julie Tighe, President of New York League of Conservation Voters, broke down her stance on the Governor signing into law the rescinding of the 100-foot rule to end 2025, and the status of New York's energy policy, and CLCPA compliance, heading into 2026.
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