Portal Opens With New Government Resource Site
Oct 17, 2011
There is a new web site that I wanted to share with you this week called www.data.gov. The idea is simple: to connect people to government resources and with each other. The amount of information on the site is impressive and agencies and resources...
Barclay: ‘How Did a Man Wanted for Attempted Murder Receive NYS Benefits?’
Oct 12, 2011
“How did a man, wanted for attempted murder, kidnapping and possession of a weapon, qualify for and receive New York State benefits? The state does ask the applicant if they are ‘or someone in their household is fleeing prosecution, confinement or...
Consumers: Know What to Expect Before Switching Energy Suppliers
Oct 10, 2011
In anticipation of the winter weather setting in, some of you may have received letters from energy suppliers offering alternatives for where to buy electricity and gas. I wanted to take some time this week to share with you what the New York State Public...
Barclay: ‘Congratulations to Winners’
Oct 9, 2011
“Congratulations to all of the winners of the local races. I’m looking forward to working with those who were re-elected and also looking forward to meeting and working with new local representatives who will take office for the first time in January....
Dignity of Funerals Upheld, Oral Medications to Treat Cancer Covered with New Laws
Oct 3, 2011
Military funerals cannot be disrupted by demonstrators in New York, thanks to a new law which I strongly supported. The legislation came about after a small group of protesters began picketing military funerals. According to media reports, members of...
Stillborn Birth Certificate Bill Signed by Governor
Sep 28, 2011
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) said today he was pleased the Stillborn Birth Certificate bill was signed into law by the Governor.
The new law will enable parents of stillborn children to receive a stillbirth certificate. Parents are currently...
Barclay: Cuomo Should Have Signed War of 1812 Anniversary Commission Legislation
Sep 27, 2011
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) today expressed his disappointment that legislation that would have created a temporary commission to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 was vetoed. This is a lost opportunity for our Upstate...
Emerging Technology Tax Credits Renewed
Sep 19, 2011
During the legislative session, I was happy to vote in favor of the extension of what is known as “qualified emerging technology credits.” This is the type of tax break we need at the state level that encourages job growth and helps make it easier...
Global Panel Addresses Government Accountability
Sep 16, 2011
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I – Pulaski) and Assemblyman Bob Oaks (R,C—Macedon) today met with leaders from around the world at an informal panel discussion titled “Accountability in Government” in conjunction with the International Center of...
Barclay Urges Governor To Sign War Of 1812 Anniversary Commission Legislation
Sep 14, 2011
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) today urged the Governor to sign legislation that would create a temporary commission to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of The War Of 1812. The bill was delivered to the Governor’s office this week. An earlier...
Stillborn Birth Certificate Bill Delivered to the Governor
Sep 13, 2011
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) said today the Stillborn Birth Certificate bill was delivered to the Governor. He urged the Governor to sign this important legislation quickly.
The bill enables parents of stillborn children to receive...
Barclay Urges Commissioner of Education to let Schools Keep Calendars Intact
Aug 31, 2011
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) today urged the Commissioner of the State Education Department to reconsider the decision to change the ELA testing dates for this academic year. Last week, superintendents received notification from the State...
Great New York State Fair Showcases Our Strengths
Aug 29, 2011
Every year I attend the Great New York State Fair. It is great to see so much entertainment, homegrown produce, livestock, the sand and the butter sculpture, our youth in the 4-H building, and all the work that goes hand-in-hand with providing the 12-day...
Literacy Coalition in Need of Donations for Event
Aug 24, 2011
The Literacy Coalition of Oswego County is planning its first Literacy Awareness Event Saturday, Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Oswego YMCA Armory located on West First St. in Oswego.
The focus of the event will be to promote literacy services,...
Jobless Rate Dips Slightly; Self-Employment Resources Extended; Job Prospects in Science Remain Strong
Aug 22, 2011
The most recent unemployment data reveals that New York’s economy gained 14,100 private sector jobs in July, or 0.2%, since last month, according to the State Labor Department. The department also estimates that since the state’s economic recovery...
Barclay: Public Voices Needed as Regional Council Embarks on 5-year Plan
Aug 17, 2011
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) encouraged the public, communities, and small businesses to get involved with the Central New York Regional Economic Development Council as they begin devising a five-year plan.
Barclay attended today’s...
Summer Tourism: Tis the Season
Aug 15, 2011
The state has gone retro. New York has reignited its “I LOVE NY” tourism slogan. This most successful campaign gave New York a positive image for residents here and outside our boundaries in the 1980s. I’m glad it’s back. No slogan before...
New Laws Created to Revitalize Community, Protect Overdose Victims, Bar Domestic Violence Offenders from Owning Firearms
Aug 8, 2011
There were, once again, a number of bills signed into law recently that I thought many of you would be interested to learn about. As I’ve previously stated, though I may not agree with all that was passed this session, much was accomplished. This...
Economic Development, Jobs—the Only Solution to Better Times
Aug 1, 2011
There was some good news concerning the economy that came out of Oswego last week. Novelis, an aluminum manufacturing company that employs roughly 650 employees, announced that it will expand its operations. It will invest about $200 million in their...
Barclay Signs onto Bill to Create a Felony for Failure to Report Death, Disappearance of a Child
Jul 26, 2011
Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) announced today that he has become a co-sponsor of legislation that would make the failure of reporting the death or disappearance of a child in a timely manner by a parent, legal guardian or caretaker, a felony...