State Senator Daniel G. Stec (NY)
Recent News About State Senator Daniel G. Stec (NY)
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Correction officer strike highlights need for legislative action on prison safety
The ongoing strike by correction officers in New York State has entered its third week, with thousands of officers expressing concerns over safety and working conditions.
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Senator Stec urges DOCCS Commissioner to step down amid officer strike
Senator Dan Stec has called for the resignation of Daniel Martuscello III, the Commissioner of the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS).
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Senator Stec urges Governor Hochul to tackle contraband crisis in prisons
Senator Dan Stec has reached out to Governor Hochul, urging action on the contraband issue within correctional facilities.
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Senator Stec addresses concerns over drug exposure at Upstate Correctional Facility
On January 27, 2025, Senator Stec expressed his concern over the recent synthetic drug exposure incidents at Upstate Correctional Facility in Malone.
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Stec criticizes Hochul's budget for continued high taxes and overspending
New York State Senator Dan Stec has voiced strong criticism of Governor Kathy Hochul's recently unveiled executive budget proposal.
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Senator Dan Stec reflects on Trump's inaugural address
Senator Dan Stec expressed his thoughts on President Donald J. Trump's inaugural address, which took place in Washington D.C. Stec attended the event and shared his perspective on the significance of the occasion.
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Republicans urge new direction from Governor Hochul's agenda at press conference
Senator Dan Stec, representing Queensbury, participated in a press conference alongside Congressman Michael Lawler and other Republican members of the Senate and Assembly.
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Senator Stec announces key committee roles for 2025 legislative session
Senator Dan Stec has announced his committee assignments for the 2025 Senate session.
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Senator Stec claims Trump's sentencing is politically motivated
Senator Dan Stec has expressed his views on the sentencing of former President Donald J. Trump, characterizing the legal proceedings as politically motivated.
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Stec criticizes reduced hours at New York-Canada border crossings
Senator Dan Stec has voiced his concerns regarding the decision by United States Customs and Border Protection to reduce operating hours at four northern border crossings in New York State.
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Senator Stec criticizes New York's new Clean Slate law
Senator Dan Stec, representing Queensbury, voiced strong objections to the upcoming implementation of New York State's "Clean Slate" law.
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Senator Stec comments on Congresswoman Stefanik's UN ambassador appointment
State Senator Dan Stec has commented on the recent appointment of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik as the next Ambassador to the United Nations.
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Stec announces grants to improve local water infrastructure
Senator Dan Stec has announced that eight communities in the region will receive over $52 million from the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) for water infrastructure projects.
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Senator Stec honors Marc Armstrong as state court clerk of the year
Senator Dan Stec recently honored Marc Armstrong, the Town of Canton Court Clerk, with an official Senate Proclamation.
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Recent storms prompt reevaluation of New York's Green Agenda
A few weeks ago, the North Country experienced severe thunderstorms, leaving tens of thousands of New Yorkers in Warren, Washington, Essex, and Hamilton Counties without power. Local governments and National Grid worked to clear downed lines and trees, but some communities were without power for up to a week.
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State plans closure of Great Meadow Correctional Facility
Over the last 15 years, the state has closed 25 correctional facilities. Now, state officials have picked their latest target for prison closure: Great Meadow Correctional Facility in Comstock.
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Senator Stec criticizes closure plan for Great Meadow Correctional Facility
Senator Stec has expressed significant disappointment regarding the announced closure of Great Meadow Correctional Facility, scheduled to occur within 90 days. He criticized the decision as part of a broader trend he perceives in the state's criminal justice policies.
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Senator Stec comments on Supreme Court ruling against concealed carry law
In a statement on July 3, 2024, Senator Stec responded to the United States Supreme Court's decision to strike down the Concealed Carry Improvement Act.
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Veteran Hal Queyor inducted into NYS Senate Veterans Hall of Fame
Hal Queyor enlisted in the United States Army Reserve and achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant. Mr. Queyor, a resident of Malone, has over 50 years of service as an Army Reservist and community leader.
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Melissa Gooley named among 2024's New York State Senate Women of Distinction
Melissa Gooley, RN, currently serves as the Northern Regional Practice Leader at Hudson Headwaters Health Network. She is responsible for overseeing healthcare services across Clinton, Franklin, and a portion of Essex counties. Her jurisdiction encompasses facilities in Champlain, Lake Placid, Malone, Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake, and Tupper Lake.