State Senator James Tedisco (ny)
Recent News About State Senator James Tedisco (ny)
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Bipartisan bill aims at adding antisemitic desecration of cemeteries to NY hate crimes law
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) and Assemblyman Simcha Eichenstein (D-Brooklyn) announced today that they are sponsoring new bipartisan legislation to combat the increasing wave of antisemitism in New York State. The proposed law seeks to add the antisemitic desecration of a Jewish cemetery or any religious cemetery to the state hate crimes law.
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Vietnam-era veteran Helene Wallingford's life: From nursing to education
Helene Wallingford, a resident of Malta, New York, is a veteran from the Vietnam era and a former United States Navy Lieutenant. She served five years of active duty in the U.S. Navy from 1965 to 1970 as a nurse. Her role involved providing healing care for injured and wounded American service members during the peak of the Vietnam War.
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Vietnam veteran nurse honored as New York State Senate Woman of Distinction
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) and his colleagues in the New York State Senate honored Malta resident, Vietnam War veteran, and former U.S. Navy nurse, Lt. Helene Wallingford as a New York State Senate Woman of Distinction on May 14, 2024.
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Tedisco honors NYS champion Stillwater high school boys basketball team
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) took the opportunity today to honor the New York State Class B Stillwater High School Boys Basketball Team on the Senate Floor. A resolution was passed commemorating their state championship season.
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Tedisco welcomes elementary students for a tour at NYS Capitol
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) recently extended a warm welcome to the 4th grade class from Stillwater Elementary School during their visit to Albany. He provided them with an insightful tour of the New York State Capitol.
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Tedisco Criticizes Hochul for Lack of Transparency in COVID Report Contract
Senator Jim Tedisco criticized Governor Kathy Hochul for failing to release the administration’s contract for an "independent" pandemic policy review concerning the deaths of 15,000 New Yorkers in state-regulated nursing homes due to COVID. Tedisco expressed his frustration, stating, “The public has a right to know what their government is doing in their stead. Where is the Governor’s $4.3 million pandemic policy review...Why should it take months for the Governor’s office to send me a copy of a simple contract for this report that should be publicly accessible for all to...
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Tedisco Welcomes Saratoga Central Catholic School Students to New York State Capitol
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) today welcomed middle school students from Saratoga Central Catholic School and provided them with a tour of the New York State Capitol."I was delighted to welcome these very bright middle schoolers from Saratoga Central Catholic School and talk with them about our state government and offer them a tour of our beautiful state capitol," said Senator Tedisco.
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Senator Tedisco Criticizes State Budget Extender Process
Senator Jim Tedisco expressed his frustration with the state budget extender process, comparing it to a total eclipse of darkness. In a statement, he remarked, “I didn’t think there would be a second eclipse so soon but if you want to see total darkness, just visit the state Capitol during this state budget process.”Reflecting on the delayed budget, Senator Tedisco criticized the Majority's stance on prioritizing a good late budget over a bad on-time budget. He highlighted the constitutional deadline of April 1st and emphasized the unprecedented situation where all levers...
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Tedisco Honors Burnt Hills West Point Cadet at Capitol
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) had the privilege of welcoming United States Military Academy at West Point Cadet Micaela Choi of Burnt Hills to the Senate Chamber during the legislature's annual West Point Day ceremony at the Capitol. Cadet Choi, who is majoring in systems engineering at West Point, was acknowledged for her dedication and leadership within the academy.As the daughter of two West Point graduates, Cadet Choi has been inspired by the exemplary individuals produced by the Army and West Point. She expressed her aspiration to emulate the caring leaders...
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Senator Tedisco Joins Mary Lyall at 21st Annual NYS Missing Persons Day
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) emceed the 21st annual Missing Persons Day Ceremony in Albany, sponsored by the Center for Hope, where families of missing persons gathered to share ways of coping and keeping hope alive.The event, organized by Mary Lyall of the Center for Hope in Ballston Spa, is in honor of her daughter, Suzanne, who went missing from the University at Albany in 1998. Mary and her late husband, Doug Lyall, founded the Center for Hope, a national leader in finding missing persons and advocating for legislation on both state and federal levels....
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Tedisco FOILS Hochul on “Independent” COVID Report Contract
Senator Jim Tedisco filed a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request seeking a copy of the contract between the Hochul Administration and the Olson Group, LTD, regarding the firm’s review of New York’s COVID-19 policies. Tedisco expressed frustration over the delay in the release of the report, stating, “Where is this report and why hasn’t it been released? Hochul has been totally silent on its status and despite her promises to do so, has shown a real lack of transparency.”Reflecting on the impact of the executive order mandating the placement of COVID-positive patients...
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Tedisco and Buttenschon Announce New Bi-Partisan Bill to Help NY Farmers Provide Farm Workers with Much-Needed Affordable Housing
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) and Assemblymember Marianne Buttenschon (D-Utica/Rome) have introduced a new bi-partisan bill aimed at addressing New York's affordable housing crisis for farm workers while supporting family farms in the state. The legislation, known as S.8804, seeks to expand the state's Investment Tax Credit (ITC) to cover the construction costs of housing for farm workers.The bill addresses the pressing need for affordable housing for farm workers, a crucial aspect of ensuring the success of New York's agricultural industry. Senator Tedisco...
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In Advance of 4th Anniversary of March 25th Pandemic Executive Order, Tedisco Calls for Justice for Nursing Home Victims
Senator Jim Tedisco is urging Governor Kathy Hochul to fulfill her promise of releasing the long-awaited post-pandemic “independent” policy review. With the fourth anniversary approaching of the infamous March 25th Executive Order by former Governor Andrew Cuomo, Tedisco is calling for transparency and justice for the victims of the nursing home tragedy caused by the placement of COVID-positive patients into state-regulated facilities.Tedisco expressed his frustration, questioning the delay in the release of the overdue report, stating, “Where is this report and why...
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Tedisco Criticizes Senate Majority's Budget as "The Mother of All Exodus Budgets"
State Senator Jim Tedisco strongly criticized the Senate Majority's budget proposal, labeling it as "The Mother of All Exodus Budgets." Tedisco expressed his concerns about the excessive spending in the budget, stating, "Where’s the printing press to print $13 billion in cash for new spending of taxpayer funds for the Senate Majority’s one-house state budget plan that was passed today? They can’t use Monopoly money to pay for it!"Tedisco warned that if the spending plan is implemented, it will burden hard-working taxpayers and small businesses in the state. He highlighted...
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Tedisco Donates Bike Helmets to Ballston Spa Schools Wellness Day
Senator Jim Tedisco recently made a generous contribution to the Ballston Spa Central School District's Wellness Expo. Tedisco donated over 50 bike helmets to ensure the safety of children as they engage in outdoor activities with the arrival of warmer weather.Expressing his gratitude, Senator Tedisco stated, "I was proud to support the Ballston Spa Central School District's Wellness Expo by securing and donating over 50 bike helmets for children so they can safely recreate as we spring forward into warmer weather. Thanks to all the parents, teachers, staff, the PTA,...
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Tedisco and McDonald Honor NYS Champion Waterford-Halfmoon Girls Soccer Team at State Capitol
Senator Jim Tedisco (R,C-Ballston Lake) and Assemblyman John McDonald (D-Cohoes) today welcomed to the New York State Capitol and honored with a legislative resolution they passed into law, the New York State Class C State Champion Waterford-Halfmoon Union Free School District Girls Soccer Team.The team's impressive achievement of securing their second consecutive state championship was highlighted by Senator Tedisco as he stated, "This is the Waterford-Halfmoon High School Girls Soccer Team’s second-in-a-row state championship." The dedication and hard work of the team...