Students, environmentalists, union members, farmers and politicians came together to organize the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, to bring environmental issues to the forefront of American politics.[1] Today, Earth Day is a global event with more than...

During Black History Month, I believe it's important to recognize the contributions of African Americans and the efforts that led to significant social and political change in our country. A seminal organization in the fight for civil rights was the Niagara...

WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. (JANUARY 9, 2025) – People Inc. will equip each of its 155 group homes, 25-day programs and 20 respite locations with new, state-of-the-art devices designed to assist in the event of a choking incident. The initiative is possible...

On Thursday, New York State Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie announced the appointment of Assemblymember Karen McMahon (D-Amherst) as Chair of the Committee on Ethics and Guidance. “I am honored to accept this appointment as Chair of the Assembly Ethics...

New York has long been the place of endless opportunity, where people from around the country come to pursue their dreams and start a family. Unfortunately, after several years of sustained inflation, the cost of necessities is straining the wallets of...

Buffalo’s winters are legendary for their severity, testing the resilience of residents and essential workers alike. During these storms, direct support professionals (DSPs) at our nonprofit provider agencies help ensure that people with intellectual...

Assemblymember Karen McMahon (D-Amherst) is once again partnering with the New York National Guard and the New York State Office of Emergency Management to present a Citizen Preparedness Training program. The event will take place at the Harlem Road Community...

Legislation sponsored by Assemblymember Karen McMahon (D-Amherst) that will help provide important information to families and parents of infants with Down syndrome was signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul on Friday. McMahon’s bill passed both houses...

Buffalo’s winters are legendary for their severity, testing the resilience of residents and essential workers alike. During these storms, direct support professionals (DSPs) at nonprofit provider agencies brave icy roads, howling winds, and power outages...

It is an honor to represent this community in the New York State Assembly and I will continue to do my best to bring your concerns to Albany. I choose to focus on those things within our control – the good work that can be accomplished at the state...