Binghamton – Legislation authored by Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) to protect Binghamton University’s Center of Excellence is one step away from becoming law. The bill (A.6320-C/S.5223-B) passed unanimously in the state Senate and Assembly...

As one of the sponsors of the Marriage Equality Act (A.8354) in the Assembly, I strongly believe that this is an issue of equality and justice. Over the years, I have observed the uncertainty and anxiety that same-sex couples and families with children...

Binghamton – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell), Chair of the Legislative Commission on Science and Technology, unveiled a video she produced with Binghamton University to promote science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to students and...

Albany – Yesterday, the New York State Assembly unanimously passed a resolution (K.400) authored by Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) urging the reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Since it was first passed in 1976, TSCA – the...

Albany – A bill to reduce the required minimum age for obtaining a junior archery license is on-target to become law after passing both the Senate and Assembly. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) is one of the sponsors of the bill (A.2021-A), which...

I am pleased that NYSUNY 2020 recognizes that establishing one, or even two, "flagships" would create fundamental inequalities throughout the SUNY system. Fortunately, NYSUNY 2020 applies to all four of the University Centers, as I argued for in my letter...

New York State law does not give courts the authority to remove firearms and revoke firearm licenses of anyone they find to be incapacitated, in need of involuntary care and treatment, or committed to a mental health facility. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo...

The New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators is now accepting applications for four $1,500 scholarships to be awarded statewide in June at their annual Conference Weekend. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) is the Vice President...

Tomorrow, shoppers in Brome County and across New York will start saving 4% on many of their clothing purchases – no coupons necessary. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that the state is repealing its portion of the sales tax...

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced that the 2011-2012 state budget agreement creates the Empire State New Market Corporation, an entity that will administer federal New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) to boost development in low-income communities....

Advocates gathered at the state capitol today to promote the benefits of airports and the aviation industry in New York. The New York Aviation Management Association’s (NYAMA) annual Advocacy Day in Albany provides an opportunity for airport managers...

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that earlier this week the Assembly passed a package of bills that she is sponsoring to increase openness, accountability and transparency in government to commemorating the sixth annual Sunshine...

Vestal, NY – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver has appointed her to a leadership position in the Assembly. Lupardo will Chair the Legislative Commission on Science and Technology. She also announced...

Vestal – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver has appointed her to a leadership position in the Assembly. Lupardo will Chair the Legislative Commission on Science and Technology. She also announced...

I appreciate Governor Cuomo’s blunt assessment of our state’s finances; we spend more than we make. It’s unsustainable and puts our economy at a competitive disadvantage. We have difficult decisions ahead of us, but it’s important we do what’s...

At a time when SUNY is viewed as an important economic driver in communities, especially in Upstate, we need to ensure that they have the necessary resources. Through teamwork, innovative approaches to funding and shared services, Chancellor Zimpher believes...

The no-nonsense, results-orientated approach Governor Cuomo took in his State of the State address today is just what we need to tackle the serious problems our state faces. I was especially pleased to see him focus on Medicaid reform and mandate relief....

Today, Governor Cuomo announced his selection of Joseph Martens for Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Among Mr. Marten’s duties will be overseeing the Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement (SGEIS) for...

I support the actions that Governor David Paterson took today. I voted against the moratorium bill (S.8129-B/A.11443-B) for the very reasons that he vetoed it: the May 15th moratorium deadline was pointless given the current pace of the DEC's review...

I did not support the moratorium bill the Assembly passed last night because it is has unintended consequences and does not address the concerns that most New Yorkers have about high-volume hydraulic fracturing. It simply places a moratorium with an arbitrary...