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Elise Stefanik addresses international tragedy and NY policy concerns

Elise Stefanik discusses both international tragedies involving civilian casualties attributed to Hamas and domestic challenges faced by correctional officers in New York due to state policies.

By Saratoga Standard | Feb 21, 2025

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Tedisco and Walsh propose amendment for timely congressional special elections

Senator Jim Tedisco and Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh have introduced a constitutional amendment aimed at safeguarding voter rights in New York's congressional special elections.

By Saratoga Standard | Feb 9, 2025

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Simpson comments on federal funding freeze for agency program reviews

By Saratoga Standard | Feb 5, 2025

The federal government has announced a freeze on funding, requiring agencies to review and assess financial assistance programs.

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Elise Stefanik reflects on Holocaust remembrance and personal achievements

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 30, 2025

In recent tweets by Rep. Elise Stefanik dated January 27 and January 30, she discusses commemorating Holocaust Remembrance Day and expresses concern over a plane crash incident at Washington Reagan Airport.

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New York legislators propose age verification bill for online explicit content

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 29, 2025

Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh and Senator Jake Ashby are introducing legislation to require pornography websites to verify users' ages, aiming to block access for New Yorkers under 18.

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Assemblyman calls for fair energy policies amid new clean water funding

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 29, 2025

Assemblyman Matt Simpson, representing Lake George and serving as the Ranking Minority Member on the Assembly Committee on Environmental Conservation, has expressed his views following a recent Joint Budget Hearing on Environmental Conservation...

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Lawmakers seek flexibility for rural schools on zero-emission bus mandate

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 28, 2025

Assemblyman Matt Simpson and Assemblyman Robert Smullen have expressed their support for a legislative proposal aimed at providing rural school districts in New York with more flexibility concerning the state's zero-emission bus mandate.

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Schuylerville High School football team honored for state championship win

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 28, 2025

Senator Jim Tedisco and Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner honored the Schuylerville High School football team at the state Capitol, celebrating their victory as New York State Class C Football Champions.

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Senator Stec addresses concerns over drug exposure at Upstate Correctional Facility

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 27, 2025

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

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 24, 2025

New York State Senator Dan Stec has voiced strong criticism of Governor Kathy Hochul's recently unveiled executive budget proposal.

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Tedisco hosts Saratoga Springs students at NYS Capitol

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 22, 2025

Senator Jim Tedisco recently welcomed seventh-grade students from Maple Avenue Middle School to the New York State Capitol.

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Governor's budget proposal includes Child Survivor Privacy Act

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 21, 2025

Senator Jim Tedisco announced that Governor Kathy Hochul's new state budget proposal includes the "Child Survivor Privacy Act," which he sponsored.

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Albany faces criticism over rising costs and lack of returns

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 21, 2025

Revenue and spending in Albany have both increased, but the returns for residents remain unsatisfactory, according to a recent statement.

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Senator Dan Stec reflects on Trump's inaugural address

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 20, 2025

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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Simpson calls for action on New York's cost of living crisis

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 14, 2025

Every decision and vote in the current legislative session should focus on reducing New York's increasing cost of living, according to Simpson.

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Tedisco criticizes Gov. Hochul's proposals after State of The State address

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 14, 2025

New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has been criticized by Jim Tedisco following her recent State of the State address.

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Republicans urge new direction from Governor Hochul's agenda at press conference

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 14, 2025

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

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 13, 2025

Senator Dan Stec has announced his committee assignments for the 2025 Senate session.

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Lawmakers urge governor to enhance child victim privacy law and create cold case unit

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 10, 2025

Senator Jim Tedisco and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara have initiated a bipartisan appeal to Governor Kathy Hochul, advocating for enhanced privacy protections for child victims and the establishment of a state Cold Case Unit dedicated to...

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Senator Stec claims Trump's sentencing is politically motivated

By Saratoga Standard | Jan 10, 2025

Senator Dan Stec has expressed his views on the sentencing of former President Donald J. Trump, characterizing the legal proceedings as politically motivated.