Press Releases

Slater, Putnam Cap Conclude Second Annual Diaper Drive

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) concluded his second annual diaper drive in tandem with the Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP) to collect essential donations for families struggling under New York’s affordability crisis. This year’s...

Slater Fights for Local Control of Siting Large-Scale Renewable Energy Systems in The Hudson Valley

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) has introduced legislation requiring the Office of Renewable Energy Siting (ORES) to develop standards and conditions for the siting of certain large-scale renewable energy systems, including battery energy storage...

Slater Backs Push for Forensic Audit of the MTA

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) joined his Assembly Minority colleagues in the New York state Capitol today for a press conference to call for a comprehensive audit and greater transparency in the governance of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority...

Slater Celebrates Read Across America Day as Guest Reader at Putnam Valley Library

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In celebration of National Read Across America Day, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) visited the Putnam Valley Library on Friday, Feb. 28, to take part in a special storytime session with local children. Read Across America Day, observed annually...

Slater & Local Officials Demand Urgent Action as Hudson Valley Families Face Crippling Utility Bills

Read Slater’s letter to Gov. Hochul and Chairman Christian here. Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) and local elected officials throughout the 94th Assembly District are calling for immediate intervention from Gov. Kathy Hochul and Public Service...

Slater Supports Correctional Officers Amid Prison Unrest

“Under the governor’s administration, New York’s correctional officers have endured some of the most dangerous and demanding working conditions in the state. Chronic understaffing has led to mandatory 24-hour shifts, putting both officers and inmates...

Assemblyman Matt Slater Comments on Trump Administration Rescinding Congestion Pricing

“I thank President Trump for keeping his promise and stopping the governor’s congestion pricing tax. It is patently absurd for hardworking Hudson Valley residents to be taxed in order to go to work in Manhattan. At the recent budget hearing, the MTA...

Slater Introduces Legislation to Direct State Ed Dept to Formally Define “Antisemitism” in Curriculum

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) has introduced legislation to establish a formal definition of “antisemitism” within the New York State Education Department. This definition will serve as a guideline for reviewing, investigating and determining...

Slater Calls for Action to Address Medical Indemnity Fund Solvency Issues at Budget Hearing

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) raised critical concerns about the solvency of the Medical Indemnity Fund (MIF) during the Health/Medicaid Budget hearing today. Slater emphasized the ongoing issues with MIF funding and the need for immediate action...

Slater Elected Chair of Assembly Minority Policy Committee

Last week, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) was elected chairman of the Assembly Minority Policy Committee (ARPC) by the New York State Assembly Minority Conference. As ARPC chairman, Assemblyman Slater will lead efforts to establish and advance...

Slater to Hold Second Annual Diaper Drive Throughout the Month of February

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Diapers are an essential need for all babies, yet half of U.S. families with young children struggle to afford them. To help address this challenge, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is hosting a Diaper Drive throughout February to support the efforts...

Slater, Local Students Continue Tradition of Supporting ‘Operation Cupid’

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) joined students, teachers and local officials at Brookside Elementary and Crompond Elementary to take part in Operation Cupid, an annual initiative by United for the Troops to send care packages and handwritten cards...

Assemblyman Slater, Sen. Harckham Honor Robert J. Castelli with Naming of NYS Police Barracks

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) and Sen. Peter Harckham (D-40th Senate District) hosted a dedication ceremony on Friday, Jan. 24, to commemorate the naming of the New York State Police barracks in Somers, New York, in honor of the late Robert J....

Slater Joins Call for Fixes to New York State Early Intervention Hub

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) joined his colleagues for a press conference at the New York State Capitol today to address the urgent need for improvements to the state’s Early Intervention (EI) Hub, a critical online system that manages services...

Slater Responds to Governor’s Executive Budget Proposal

“With her reckless $252 billion state budget proposal, the governor has planned to increase the state budget by more than 30% since becoming governor just three and a half years ago. It’s no wonder New Yorkers pay the highest taxes in the country...

Oberacker to Introduce Slater’s Animal Cruelty Bill in State Senate

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) announced that Sen. Peter Oberacker (R,C-51st District) will introduce his animal cruelty bill (A.5820) in the state Senate this year to authorize bail for individuals charged with aggravated cruelty to animals and...

Assemblyman Slater Proposes $1,000 Pothole Tax Credit

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In recognition of National Pothole Day yesterday, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) has introduced legislation to address the mounting costs New Yorkers face due to vehicle damage caused by poorly maintained roads. The proposed Pothole Tax Credit...

Slater: Same Albany, Different Day

Editor’s Note: Watch Assemblyman Slater’s State of the State remarks here. “New Yorkers deserve leadership — we’re sick of the Albany double talk that makes headlines but fails to deliver real solutions. “Gov. Hochul’s State of the State...

Slater Celebrates Tompkins Community Bank’s Inclusion on the Historic Business Preservation Registry

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Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is proud to announce that Tompkins Community Bank has been officially recognized as a Historic Business. In December, Slater presented a New York State Assembly proclamation to Tompkins Community Bank celebrating...

Assemblyman Slater Honors Law Enforcement, Renews Call for Stronger Protections on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

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Law Enforcement Appreciation Day is observed annually on Jan. 9 to honor and show support for the men and women serving in law enforcement. Today, Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) extended his appreciation to police officers, deputies, state troopers,...