This population loss is among the highest in the nation.

"We need to find out why," he said. "I suspect that we will hear about things like bail reform, we'll hear about high taxes, but we may also hear about other issues as well, so we want to get the full picture."

Santabarbara says if the population continues to decline in New York, it could mean redistricting in two years and the loss of a seat in Congress.

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