New York State Assembly

Speaker Carl E. Heastie

Minority Press Releases

November 2024

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Veterans Day

Let’s Not Squander The Brightest Parts Of Our Economic Outlook

October 2024

Participate In The Process: Get Out And Vote

Local Landmark and Landscape Art Opening Extended

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay, Hannibal Village Leaders Announce $50,000 Grant For Community Enhancements

Leader Barclay Gathers With CNY Community Arts Members To Promote Local Landscapes And Landmarks Exhibit

Leader Barclay Hosts Summer Reading Celebration

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The Anniversary Of Oct. 7

October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

September 2024

Leader Barclay Partners With United Way, Village Of Pulaski On Successful ‘Stone Soup Pulaski’ Luncheon

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Oswego County Sheriff's Deputy Killed In The Line Of Duty

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay, Central Square Leaders Announce $50K For New Park Equipment At Goettel Park

Barclay Expresses Concern With Proposed DEC Wetlands Regulatory Proposal

Legislation Signed Today Will Provide Benefits To Family Of 9/11 First Responder

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The Anniversary Of The 9/11 Attacks

August 2024

New Law, Introduced By Barclay, Allows Oswego County Courts To Conduct Virtual Proceedings

Ready, Set, Learn: Back To School Season Is Here

Barclay Meets With Local, State Officials & Community Stakeholders To Discuss Neighborhood Revitalization Efforts

Expanding Broadband Internet Is Critical For Education, Economy, Health Care & Infrastructure

Leader Barclay Partners With United Way & Village Of Pulaski On ‘Stone Soup Pulaski Luncheon’ To Benefit Food Pantries & Weekend Backpack Programs

The 2024 Great New York State Fair Has Something for Everyone

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay Honors Three Volunteers at Senior Luncheon

Statement From Minority Leader Will Barclay on Assemblyman Michael Norris’ Nomination for State Supreme Court Judgeship

Lagging Infrastructure and Inflation are a Massive Threat to New York

Human Trafficking Thrives in Darkness, Our Conference Hopes to Shine a Light

July 2024

Safe Haven Museum Represents What It Means to Be a True Democracy

Assembly, Senate Minority Issue Second Letter to Comptroller Dinapoli, Urging Audit of ERAP Program

Harborfest Has Become a Summertime Staple in Upstate New York

Leader Barclay to Host Annual Local Landscapes & Landmarks Visual Art Exhibit

Helping Families Afford Child Care Is Critical When Building Strong Communities

June 2024

Summer Reading Challenge Fosters Student Growth, Exploration & Relaxation

Summer Fun Awaits In Central New York

May 2024

June Is National Dairy Month

We Can Do Better Fighting The Opioid Crisis

Leader Will Barclay Launches The Annual ‘Blessings In A Backpack’ Donation Drive

Police Week Reminds Us What’s On The Line For Law Enforcement

Barclay Honors John Guralny For Heroic Action Protecting Coworkers’

Leader Barclay Recognizes Local High School Students With Community Service Youth Award

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

April 2024

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay Attends United Way’s Annual Stone Soup Event

Oswego County Farm Bureau Urges Motorists To Watch For Slow-Moving Vehicles With New Yard Sign Campaign

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay Honors Oswego County Army Veteran Timothy Benson

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay And Ways & Means Committee Ranking Minority Member Ed Ra On New York’s Broken Budget Process

Assembly Minority Leader Barclay & Oswego Mayor Corradino To Host Annual Blood Drive On May 17

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The Budget Extender Passed Today

Organ And Tissue Donations Save Lives

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The Budget Extender Passed Today

March 2024

Leader Barclay And Assembly Members Honor Vietnam Veterans

Assembly Minority Propose Bill To Address ‘Squatting’ & Strengthen Rights Of NY Property Owners

Assembly & Senate Minority Join Rep. Molinaro, ‘Voices For Seniors’ To Mark Four-Year Anniversary Of DOH’S COVID Nursing Home Order

The State’s Cannabis Operation Needs A Complete Overhaul

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay Shares Remarks At General Budget Conference Committee

Helping Families Afford Child Care Solves A Major Concern In New York State

Leader Barclay Announces Assembly Minority Budget Conference Committee Appointments

Assembly Minority Propose Child Care Investment To Increase Access & Improve Affordability

New York Farm Bureau Presents Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay Circle Of Friends Award

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Assemblywoman Marjorie Byrnes’ Decision To Not Seek Re-Election

February 2024

Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay And Conference Members Honor New York State Trooper Rick Albert

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Assemblymember Andrew Goodell’s Decision To Not Seek Re-Election

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay on Assemblymember Joe Giglio’s Decision to Not Seek Re-Election

Preserving New York’s Farmland Is The Right Thing To Do For Our Economy And Our Legacy

We Must Take Care Of Our Veterans The Same Way They Take Care Of Us

Leader Barclay Joins Local Participants from Association Of New York State Youth Bureaus' 21st Annual Youth Leadership Forum

January 2024

Recognizing Mental Wellness Month: Patients, Providers & Programs Need Our Support

New York Needs Fiscal Restraint, Responsible Investing

Reacting To The State Of The State & Work Ahead In 2024

Now Is The Time To Come Together And Restore New York

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

December 2023

Resolve And Resilience: Motivation For A New Year

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

The Holidays Are A Great Time To Reflect On Our Successes And Our Challenges

Leader Barclay, Senator Walczyk Announce Law To Assist Town Of Lorraine & Tug Hill Region

Barclay, Local Leaders Gather For Annual Blessing Of The Shoes

There Is No Shortage Of Ways To Give During The Winter And Holiday Season

November 2023

Barclay Announces Fourth Annual Stocking Drive For Veterans

Shop Local And Support Your Community This Holiday Season

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

Leader Barclay Secures Funds For Town Of Hastings Highway Equipment

10th Annual ‘Tithe My Shoes’ Drive Underway

Honoring Our Heroes Today And Every Day: A Veterans Day Spotlight

College Campuses Must Provide A Safe Learning Space For Students Of All Backgrounds

Leader Barclay, City Of Fulton Working To Make Critical Improvements At Bullhead Point

Assembly Minority Conference Members Introduce “Dismantling Student Antisemitism Act” (“DSA Act”) Requiring Colleges To Combat Incidents Of Hate

Barclay Honors Oswego’s 2023 Veteran Of The Year

October 2023

Barclay to Cornell President: College Campuses Must Deal with Antisemitism

Recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Public Safety Solutions Exist. It’s Time to Take Action

Leader Barclay's Art Exhibit Planned for Oct. 20 at CNY Community Arts Center in Fulton

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Oswego Public Library Hosts Leader Barclay’s Summer Reading Party

September 2023

New York’s Sheriffs Make Our Communities Whole

New York’s Gun Laws Are Changing: Here’s What You Need To Know

Autumn In New York Offers Something For Everyone

We Can Fix Migrant Mess By Calling Special Session

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The Passing Of Oswego County Sheriff Moe Todd

August 2023

NYS Parole Board Must Consider Victims, Public Over Child Murderers

The Great New York State Fair is Back for 2023

Barclay, United Way Partner Again to Hold ‘Stone Soup-Pulaski Luncheon’ Benefit Event

Comptroller Report Offers Reality Check on Progressives’ Energy Overhaul

2023 Local Landmarks and Landscapes Art Exhibit Planned

July 2023

Local Legend On The National Stage: Celebrating Oswego’s Mary Walker In Historic Fashion

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

Barclay Kicks Off Story Time At Williamstown Library For Summer Reading Initiative

Oswego County, NYS First Responders Again Prove They Are The Gold Standard Of Emergency Service

National Parks And Recreation Month An Opportunity To Enjoy What NY Has To Offer

June 2023

Overlooked Priorities Mark A Disappointing Session

Summer Reading Challenge Can Help Curb The ‘Summer Slide’

Oswego County Offers No Shortage Of Fun This Summer As Fair And Farmer’s Market Set To Delight

Assembly Minority Press State Agencies For Answers On Migrant Crisis Spending And Oversight Of $1 Billion

Coming Together To Protect Vulnerable New Yorkers Is What We Are Elected To Do

May 2023

Statement By Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

Barclay Kicks Off ‘Blessings In A Backpack’ Donation Drive

Legislative Disabilities Awareness Day Promotes A More Inclusive NY

Barclay Announces Start Of ‘Blessings In A Backpack’ Donation Drive

You Are Not Alone: A Call For Mental Health Awareness

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The Passing Of Former Assemblyman Gary Finch

In Process & Product, Final State Budget Misses The Mark

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The 2023-2024 State Budget

April 2023

Leader Barclay Recognizes Local High School Students With Community Service Youth Award

Giving Blood Supports Our Neighbors & Our Communities

Barclay Sponsors Resolution To Commemorate Corporal Barrett Day In City Of Fulton

Barclay, Barlow To Host Blood Drive In Oswego May 19th

Criminal Justice Reform Must Fix New York’s ‘Career Criminal’ Issue

Assembly Majority Reject “Inflation Relief & Consumer Assistance Plan”

Assembly Minority Protections For Crime Victims Rejected By Majority

SUNY’S End To Its Vaccine Mandate Is A Huge Win For NY

Budget Update: Delays, Dysfucntion & A Missed Deadline

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The Budget Extender Passed Today

March 2023

School Safety Must Be A Top Priority For New York State Lawmakers

Assembly Minority Releases Final Report From Task Force On School Safety & Security

Legislature Must Fix Serious Flaws Created By ‘Raise The Age’

Assembly Minority Proposes “Raise The Age” Reforms To Increase Accountability And Improve Public Safety

Assembly Minority Conference Offers Rules Reforms To Make Assembly Operations More Efficient

Upstate Business Survey Should Be A Call To Action

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On The Assembly One-House Budget Resolution

Local Roads Are Essential

SUNY’S Vaccine Rules Still Creating Confusion For Some P-Tech

Barclay, Assembly Minority Confrence Join Lawsuit To Challenge Unconstitutional Gun Laws

February 2023

February Is Heart Month

Leader Barclay Presents Nancy Fox With Assembly Resolution

Medicaid Shuffle Will Devastate Localities

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Senate Vote For Judge Hector LaSalle

Small Businesses Getting The Short End Of The Stick Is Nothing New In New York

Plenty Of Work Ahead As The State Budget Process Begins

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Gov. Hochul’s Executive Budget Proposal

January 2023

Combating Crime Needs To Be New York’s Top Priority

Judicial Nomination Turned Into Another Albany Fiasco

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Judge Hector LaSalle

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Committee Meeting Broadcasts

State Leaders Must Listen To The Public When Setting The Agenda For 2023

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay On Gov. Hochul's State Of The State Address

Leader Barclay Delivers Opening Remarks And Welcomes New Minority Members

Leader Barclay Announces Leadership And Committee Positions For 2023 Legislative Session

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay

Restoring Contract Oversight Is A Great First Step, But More Should Be Done

Leader Barclay & Assembly Minority Conference Welcome 13 New Members

Statement From Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay