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NYS Legislature Wraps Up Session

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The New York Legislature has adjourned following votes to extend Mayor Bill de Blasio's control of New York City schools for one year.

The Senate and Assembly wrapped up their work early Saturday morning.

Lawmakers also passed measures to combat heroin and opioid addiction, expand access to breast cancer screening and allow bars and restaurants to serve alcohol before noon on Sundays.

Shortly before they adjourned, lawmakers also approved new regulations for online daily fantasy sports games.

Lawmakers had hoped to adjourn on Thursday but the dispute over extending mayoral control of schools in New York City sent the session into overtime.

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