Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that he is sponsoring a resolution urging congressional passage of the Return to Prudent Banking Act of 2013 (K.490). The congressional bill would establish stronger regulations in the federal banking system...

“Sexual harassment is unacceptable and should never be tolerated. Assemblyman Vito Lopez has brought shame to the Assembly and is no longer fit to hold this office. I am calling on him to resign immediately. “As an attorney who has represented...

“No corruption is acceptable in our state legislature. It disgusts me that some elected officials aren’t acting in the best interests of the people who elected them, nor are they upholding the state constitution they are sworn to protect. Clearly,...

In recognition of Earth Day, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed several measures to help better protect the environment. This legislation addresses several major environmental issues and will make New York more environmentally...

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that he helped pass a legislative package to provide more assistance to, and increase protections for, victims of domestic violence. Steck noted that in 2011, there were 2,268 reports of domestic violence...

Continuing his commitment to protecting women’s rights, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced he helped pass a legislative package that, if signed into law, would end wage discrimination in New York State. Specifically, Steck sponsored legislation...

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that he helped pass a balanced, early and fiscally sound state budget that increases the minimum wage and provides significant tax relief for middle-class families (A.3007-D). “This year’s budget...

Setting his focus on job creation and fostering a welcoming business climate in the Capital Region, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that he helped pass the 2013-14 state budget that includes essential aid to economic development and programs...

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) will be holding a grand opening at his new district office. Come discuss with the Assemblyman issues that may concern you and hear what assistance his office can provide. He invites all members of the community to...

In an effort to create more jobs in the Capital Region, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed a budget proposal that includes funding for new capital projects and jobs programs, while continuing to encourage a business-friendly...

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed a 2013-14 state budget proposal that includes $21.1 billion in state aid to schools – an $834 million increase over last year’s total (E.182). The Assembly’s proposal is $334 million...

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed legislation that would delay the issuance of hydrofracking permits in New York State until May 15, 2015 (A.5424-A). This measure would also require a comprehensive health impact assessment...

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In a push to help more hardworking Capital Region families and give a boost to our economy, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed legislation that would increase the minimum wage to $9.00 per hour in January 2014 (A.38-A)....

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“Today we took a step in the right direction to make our communities a safer place to live. I am proud to have sponsored this legislation that will make New York the first state in the nation to pass comprehensive new gun control laws that will help...

“Today the governor presented his plan for the future of New York State and outlined how we can continue to move our state forward. I am pleased to hear the governor’s pledge to strengthen the state’s gun laws, making them the toughest in the nation...