Attorney General Andrew Cuomo unveils Sunlight 2.0

This week, Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled Sunlight 2.0, a new version of his government accountability and transparency Web site that enhances the public’s ability to access and review state and local government information. Sunlight 2.0 features new data, a more user-friendly format, and innovative features to increase openness and accountability. The revamped Web site provides the public easy access to information on their tax dollars, elected officials, legislation, and other state business.

“This re-tooled Web site increases accountability and openness, and gives the public the tools to hold officials more accountable, which is more important than ever before,” said Attorney General Cuomo. “When Project Sunlight was first launched, I said that it was not a final product, but a foundation for making an even better resource for all New Yorkers. It is vital that Sunlight continues to expand and evolve as we incorporate new ideas and information.”

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Attorney General Andrew Cuomo holds forum in Schenectady County

"I represent you. I'm your lawyer," said New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo during his recent forum in Schenectady County. "So to represent you, we need to know what you want us to do. We came to you to find out how we can help."

Community forums like this one held at Schenectady County Community College have been an important part of the Cuomo's efforts to keep the public informed of what his office is doing and to hear the concerns of the public.

After being introduced by Schenectady County Legislature Chairwoman Susan E. Savage, Cuomo gave the audience of approximately 300 an update on the workings of his office. The forum then broke up into small groups where members of the public were given a chance to ask questions and learn more about a variety of critical topics facing working families.Click here for more news coverage.