Prison strikes could be ending with 'imminent' deal

And automatic voter registration is finally moving forward after years of delay.

Good afternoon — it’s Thursday, and National Oreo Day.

In today’s CapCon:

• A deal that could end the weeks-long strikes at state prisons is “imminent,” sources say.

• Automatic voter registration is finally moving forward in New York with newly proposed rules. (Rules & Regs)

• Hochul is running for reelection but she’s also preparing for another race in 2026.

• A new bill would require employers in New York to offer their employees paid time off in addition to sick time. (New Bills of Note)

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(Will Waldron/Times Union)

🗣️ A deal between the state and the striking correction officers is ‘imminent,’ sources say

Thousands of correction officers could return to work Friday morning if those on strike agree to a deal offered by the state Thursday, sources told the Times Union.

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