Press Releases

Thiele Co-Sponsors Legislation to Create the New York Health Insurance Consumer Protection Security Fund

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) has joined with State Assembly Health Committee Chair Richard Gottfried (D-Manhattan) in sponsoring A.9311, which would establish the New York Health Insurance Consumer Protection Security...

Thiele Bill to Extend Use of Circle Hooks for Taking of Sharks Passes Assembly

Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) announced that legislation he sponsored, A.9218, which would extend the expiration date of Chapter 378 of the Laws of 2014, passed the Assembly by a vote of 139-2. Chapter 378 of 2014 amended the Environmental...

Peconic Bay Community Preservation Fund Revenues for January 2016 Total $8.92 Million

Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I-Sag Harbor) today reported that revenues for the Peconic Bay Community Preservation Fund (CPF) produced $8.92 in revenue for the Peconic Bay Region for January 2016. This compares with $8.32 million in January 2015....

Thiele Introduces Legislative Package to Update the Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption

Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. this week has introduced State legislation to update and reform the Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption. Under current law a local government may grant the exemption by resolution or local law. The local governments...

Thiele: Celebrate Women’s History Month and Continue Fighting for Full Equality

“Organize, agitate, educate, must be our war cry,” Susan B. Anthony said as she led the nascent women’s rights movement in America. Her words were powerful, but change is hard. Change can take time. Anthony, however, recognized that progress is...

Thiele: Long Island Needs a Reliable and Sustainable Energy Future

The announcement by utility PSEG-LI to raise customers’ electric bills next month underscores the importance of modernizing Long Island’s energy supply to produce more affordable electricity and secure the power grid, said Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele,...

Thiele Sponsors Legislation Requiring Insurance Companies to Provide 90 Days of Insurance Coverage for Substance Abuse Rehabilitation

Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) has introduced legislation in the New York State Assembly with Assemblyman Al Stirpe of Syracuse which would require insurance companies provide at least ninety days of inpatient rehabilitation services...

Thiele Legislation Would Exempt Conservation Organizations from State Real Estate Transfer Taxes When Acquiring Land for Preservation

Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) has introduced legislation in the State Assembly that would exempt conveyances of real property for open space, parks, or historic preservation purposes to any not-for-profit tax exempt corporation...

Assemblyman Thiele Encourages Constituents to Explore Hamptons AARP Community Group Programs

The Hamptons American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Community Group was formed in 2014 to provide Hampton residents with information and resources on healthy aging. Its mission is to improve the quality of life for all adult community members...

Thiele: $25 Million in Funding to Local Governments and School Districts Throughout New York State

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. announced today that $25 million in funding is available under the newly formed Municipal Restructuring Fund (MRF) program to assist local government and school officials with developing transformative projects...

Thiele: Make Sure to Apply for Money-Saving Tax Credits

Nobody likes paying taxes, but without them we wouldn’t have public schools, firefighters, safe roads and a host of other important programs and benefits for hardworking New Yorkers. That said, there’s no reason to pay more in taxes than you have...

Thiele Sponsors State Income Tax Reform Proposal

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) has joined 73 other members of the State Assembly in introducing A.9179, which would reform the New York State Income Tax Code. Specifically, the proposal would: Increase the Earned...

Thiele Passes Legislation Merging State and Federal Primaries to Save Money, Boost Voter Turnout

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) announced the Assembly passed legislation he sponsored ensuring state and federal primaries in New York State are held simultaneously on the fourth Tuesday in June (A.9108). Currently,...

Thiele: The Time for Paid Family Leave is Now

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) announced Assembly passage of legislation that would provide a key benefit for New York workers – paid family leave (A.3870-A). While federal law provides for unpaid leave for up...

Thiele: Governor’s 2016 Budget Should Include Funding for a Second Track Between Sayville and Montauk

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. today called upon the Governor to amend his 2016 State Budget to include the construction of a second track on the LIRR from Sayville to Montauk. The 2nd Track proposal was endorsed by the Editorial Board...

Thiele Opposes Changes to STAR Rebate Program in Executive Budget Proposal

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) has announced that he is opposed to the 2016 Executive Budget Proposal which would gradually convert the STAR property tax exemption into a state income tax credit and eliminate any...

Thiele: Executive School Aid Proposal is Inadequate and Unfair

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) this week called the Governor’s proposed State Aid to Education proposal inadequate for Long Island and the 1st Assembly District. Thiele stated, “More and more demands are...

Thiele: $11 Million Available to Assist Farmers with Water Quality Protection Projects

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) announced the availability of $11 million to protect soil and water resources through the Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control Program. These grants will assist farmers...

Thiele: Get On Your Feet Loan Forgiveness Program Helps East End Students with College Debt

The problem is well-documented and alarming: College students who graduated in 2015 were the most indebted in U.S. history, and student borrowing for higher education continues to rise.1 Despite those facts, for many young people, the benefits of pursuing...

Thiele: Assembly Small Business Committee 2015 Annual Report Now Available

New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (I, D, WF-Sag Harbor) announced the availability of the 2015 Annual Report of the Assembly’s Standing Committee on Small Business. Assemblyman Thiele is Chairman of the Small Business Committee. The...