State lawmakers officially gaveled in the new session in Albany.

It marks the beginning of this year’s 61-day legislative session and starts the countdown until the April 1 state budget deadline.

While Wednesday was largely ceremonial, both chambers of the legislature have a lot to work on this year.

In the state Senate, retirements and election losses have left five committee positions open.

Also, the super majority the Democrats once held is no longer true after Republican Steve Chan claimed victory over former state Senator Iwen Chu.

State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins joined NY1 political anchor Errol Louis on “Inside City Hall” Wednesday to discuss more.