dly holding a public rally in the Bronx on Thursday to build support for the measure, which Dinowitz has sought to pass since 2019.

New York is one of 19 states with similar laws regarding voluntary intoxication and sexual assault prosecution, according to The Associated Press.

State officials review Cornell's handling of allegations

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Earlier Wednesday, the New York Attorney General's Office told FOX 5 N.Y. it is reviewing Cornell University's handling of the alleged assault.

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The office did not disclose the precise scope of what investigators are examining or what timeline exists for determining next steps.

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Additionally, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called for an independent investigation into Cornell University's response on Tuesday following the DA's decision to reopen the case.