Buying Local Helps Offset Property Taxes, Reinvests in Community
Nov 15, 2012
According to the National Retail Federation’s holiday consumer spending survey, 53% of Americans already have started their holiday shopping. With the busy shopping season upon us, it’s a good idea to remember this: Buy Local.
Buying local helps...
New Laws Created To Improve Breast Cancer Screenings, DNA Databank, Organ Donation
Aug 13, 2012
I wanted to take some time this week to update you on a few new health-related laws that passed during session and were recently signed into law by the Governor. I was pleased to support all this legislation that will work toward better breast cancer...
New Violation Makes Selling, Possession of Synthetic Drugs a State Crime
Aug 7, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) said today’s announcement to further penalize synthetic drug users gives law enforcement a necessary tool to combat synthetic drugs in our communities. The State Health Department also created a hotline for...
Barclay: Thruway Toll Increase Will Hurt Truckers, Businesses; Costs Passed to Consumers
Aug 7, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) said today he opposes the New York State Thruway Authority’s proposed 45% toll increase for commercial vehicles, saying this would hurt our economy and deter truckers from traveling through New York altogether.
“This...
Barclay Pleased By DNA Database Expansion
Aug 2, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Pulaski) is pleased to announce that as of yesterday, August 1, the landmark DNA database expansion he helped pass officially went into effect. This law, requiring the collection of DNA samples from anyone convicted of...
Barclay Encourages Summer Reading With 40-Day Challenge
Jul 17, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) is once again challenging the children in the community to read for at least 15 minutes a day for 40 days throughout July and August as part of the New York State Assembly Summer Reading Challenge.
The brochure,...
Barclay Sponsors Legislation To Raise Awareness About Eating Disorders
Jun 26, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) today said he supports legislation that would help identify children with early-stage eating disorders. These bills would also establish an eating disorders awareness and prevention program within the Department...
Productive Session Comes To Close In Albany
Jun 25, 2012
It’s hard to believe the 2012 legislative session already has come to a close. Since passing an early budget in March, my colleagues and I took action to improve the quality of life for all our communities through many different pieces of legislation....
2012 Legislative Session A Productive One
Jun 22, 2012
The 2012 legislative session was a productive one and comes to a close today in Albany. All in all, my colleagues and I undertook many initiatives this year to enhance the quality of life for New Yorkers and came to agreements on many issues.
Through...
Barclay: Prohibit Spending Of Cash Assistance On Alcohol, Tobacco, Gambling
Jun 20, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) today said he supports a measure that will prohibit spending of cash assistance benefits on cigarettes, alcohol, gambling and strip clubs. The measure passed the Senate yesterday 56-3 and was referred yesterday...
Barclay Encourages Schools To Enroll In ‘National Archery In The Schools’ Program
May 25, 2012
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that it is now accepting enrollment applications for school districts to take part in the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP), and Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Pulaski)...
Barclay, Assembly Vote to Ban Sale and Distribution of Synthetic Marijuana
May 23, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Pulaski), a leader in the movement to ban synthetic marijuana statewide, proudly joined his colleagues in the Assembly today in passing and sponsoring legislation to criminalize the sale and distribution of these dangerous...
Funds Made Available for ADA-Accessible Buses
May 23, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) announced today that he has learned there is funding available for not-for-profit organizations and municipalities to help provide transportation for the disabled and elderly.
The New York State Department...
State Veterans Cemetery Authorized In Budget
May 21, 2012
As we pause to honor those who have gone before us on Memorial Day, many will visit cemeteries across the nation. I'm pleased that this year's State Budget enables New York State to work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to create a State...
Barclay: Bill to Make Communities Safer Stonewalled by Majority
May 17, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) said today a bill that would prohibit fleeing felons from obtaining public assistance has been stonewalled in the Assembly Majority- controlled house.
“This legislation would ensure a ‘checks and balance’...
Barclay: Raising Minimum Wage Will Limit Job and Economic Growth in Hard Times
May 15, 2012
"Raising the minimum wage at a time when employers are on the fringe of recovering from a recession will limit job growth. Many businesses cannot absorb such costs in this economy—when many have not seen steady profits due to the recession and...
Barclay: Pistol Permit Renewal Yet Another Attack On 2nd Amendment Rights
May 15, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) said today a bill (A380) that is moving quickly through the State Assembly and is currently on the legislative calendar for a vote is yet another attack on 2nd Amendment Rights--the right to Bear Arms. The majority-sponsored...
Unnecessary State Agency Interference Leads to Frustration for Job Creators
May 14, 2012
Last year, the Department of Ag and Markets decided to institute a “don’t cut the cheese” law at farmers’ markets. The state insisted that cheese vendors obtain a permit, similar to the ones delis are issued. This was altogether infuriating....
Barclay: Court of Appeals Points Out Need to Strengthen Laws on Child Pornography
May 11, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Pulaski) expressed dismay and the need for legislative action after the New York State Court of Appeals ruled earlier this week that viewing child pornography is not a crime. The court’s decision stated that downloading...
Barclay Applauds Changes To New York's College Savings Plan
May 11, 2012
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Pulaski) was pleased by the recent announcement that New York’s 529 College Savings Program Direct Plan now has lower fees for individuals participating in the program. The program also will institute further changes...