Press Releases

Lupardo Announces Passage of “Complete Streets” Bill

Binghamton – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that both the state Senate and Assembly passed the “Complete Streets” bill (A.8366) she cosponsored. She was joined by representatives of AARP, the Broome County Strategic Alliance...

Statement on Appointment to High-Volume Hydraulic Fracturing Advisory Panel

I have been asked to join a distinguished group of advocates on this important advisory panel. The Department of Environmental Conservation is moving toward establishing the strictest rules and regulations governing the extraction of natural gas in the...

Lupardo Bill Would Protect BU Center of Excellence

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...

Statement in Support of Marriage Equality Act

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...

Educational Video Brings Innovation into the Classroom

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...

Federal Law Governing Toxic Chemicals is Inadequate

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...

Junior Archery Bill On-Target to Become Law

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...

Statement on NYSUNY 2020 Challenge Grant Program

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...

Lupardo Bill Aims to Protect Public From Gun Violence

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...

Will the Southern Tier Get Its Fourth Scholarship Winner?

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...

Sales Tax Break on Clothing Purchases Returns on Friday

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...

New Markets Tax Credit to Advance Development in Upstate

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 Descend on Albany to Promote Aviation Industry

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...

Assembly Passes “Sunshine” Bills Sponsored By Lupardo

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...

Lupardo to lead Legislative Commission on Science & Technology

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...

Lupardo to lead Legislative Commission on Science & Technology

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...

Statement on Governor Cuomo’s Budget Proposal

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...

Lupardo Statement on the State of SUNY Address Today

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...

Statement on the governor’s State of the State address

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....

Statement on appointment of new DEC commissioner

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...