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Requiring Insurance Coverage for Pre and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for HIV Prevention
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O'Donnell Questions Parks & Recreation Commissioner During Budget Hearing on Environmental Conservation and Energy
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Making Grand Jury Proceedings More Transparent
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AIDS Education in New York Schools
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Need for Diversity Course in Teacher Certifications
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Hydrofracking Hearing
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