Press Releases

Assemblywoman Gunther’s Remarks on Governor’s State of the State Address

“As we dive into this year’s legislative session, I am optimistic about key points raised in the Governor’s State of the State address, particularly attention given to the critical issue of mental health services. Empowering New Yorkers with increased...

Assemblywoman Gunther speaks at the Dwyer Peer-to-Peer Veterans Counseling Event at SUNY Albany

She voted to increase State funding for these critically important programs so that Veterans in all 52 New York Counties have access to them.

Assemblywoman Gunther: Zero Suicide Initiative Funding Will Help Save Lives

“As the chair of the Assembly’s Mental Health Committee and a former registered nurse, I am always fighting to support and protect those suffering from mental health issues. I am pleased that the governor delivered two five-year grants totaling $13.5...

Assemblywoman Gunther Honors Fellow Health Care Professionals During Nurses Week

Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D-Forestburgh) announced that a resolution she sponsored to proclaim Nurses Week in the State of New York from May 6 to 12, 2023, has passed in the Assembly. “As a former nurse, I know firsthand the strength, skill and...

Assemblywoman Gunther Announces Budget Funding for Volunteer Fire Departments

Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D-Forestburgh) announced funding in this year’s state budget will be allocated for a new volunteer fire department capital fund. Volunteer fire departments across New York State have struggled financially and in their recruitment...

Assemblywoman Gunther Calls for Aid After Tornado Rips Through Sullivan County

Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D-Forestburgh) announced she is requesting assistance from Gov. Kathy Hochul and the federal government to support Sullivan County residents affected by the tornado that ripped through the area on Saturday, April 22. Assemblywoman...

Assemblywoman Gunther: Assembly Budget Proposal Prioritizes Health and Education

“The Assembly budget proposal builds on the executive’s budget by improving New Yorkers’ access to mental health care, providing greater support to our health care professionals and boosting funding for our schools and libraries. “These past few...

Assemblywoman Gunther Celebrates the Signing of Law Protecting Health Care Workers

Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D – Forestburgh) announced that her bill strengthening the oversight over the use of mandatory overtime by health care employers during an emergency has been signed into law by the governor (Ch. 27 of 2023). “As a nurse...

Assemblymember Gunther’s Donate Life Registration Bill Signed by Gov. Hochul

Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D-Forestburgh) announced that her bill encouraging organ donations has been delivered to Gov. Hochul and signed into law (A.973). The bill requires space for Donate Life registration in the initial process of setting up an...

Assemblywoman Gunther Reacts to the News of the Veto of Bill A10594

Monticello – Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D, I, WF- Forestburgh) has released a statement regarding news that the Governor has vetoed bill A10594. “I am outraged that Governor Cuomo has once again vetoed legislation to ensure that the Monticello...

Assemblywoman Gunther Reacts to the News of the Signing of Bill A10464-A

Monticello – Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D, I, WF- Forestburgh) has released a statement regarding news that the Governor has signed bill A10464-A into law. “I am happy to see the passage of this vital bill to help our farmers,” said Assemblywoman...

Assemblywoman Gunther Reacts to the News of the Signing of Bill A4153

Monticello – Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D, I, WF- Forestburgh) has released a statement regarding news that the Governor has signed bill A4153 into law. “I am happy to see the passage of this vital bill to help our farmers,” said Assemblywoman...

Assemblymembers Gunther and Skoufis Announce OMH Will Continue Excellent Care in Orange County

Middletown – Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D,W,I-Forestburgh) and Assemblyman James Skoufis (D-Woodbury) announced Thursday that critical mental health care services in Orange County will continue. The New York State Office of Mental Health's (OMH)...

Delaware River Levels in Danger if No Water Management Agreement is Reached

Sullivan County – Water levels on the Delaware River are at risk of becoming dangerously low if New Jersey officials fail to agree to extend the Flexible Flow Management Program, which expires at midnight on May 31. The Flexible Flow Management Program...

Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther Helps Secure Deal for Pay Raises for Direct Support Professionals

When it comes to caring for our loved ones, it’s important to hire the very best and most talented professionals. Direct Support Professionals, who dedicate their lives to helping people with developmental disabilities, mobility limitations and other...

Statement Regarding Western New York Children’s Psychiatric Center

“I am happy to see that the Assembly has included language in our one-house budget proposal to prohibit the Office of Mental Health from merging Western New York Children’s Psychiatric Center with an adult facility. After speaking with families of...

Statement from Assemblywoman Gunther Regarding International Women’s Day

“As the 100th woman elected to serve in the New York State Assembly, International Women’s Day holds a special place in my heart. We have come so far, and yet there is still work to be done. We will continue to fight for equal pay for equal work,...

Assemblywoman Gunther Announces Passage of Legislation to Fix Problems with STAR

Albany, NY - Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D,I,WF- Forestburgh) co-sponsored and helped pass legislation fixing the state’s School Tax Relief (STAR) program to make sure every eligible homeowner gets tax relief in a fair and timely manner (A.5969). “Last...

Gunther Continues Summer Senior Tour

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Loch Sheldrake, NY – Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D,I,WF-Forestburgh) continued her “Summer Senior Tour” at the Loch Sheldrake Seniors Club. The tour, an annual tradition for over a decade, brings the Assemblywoman to each senior citizen group...

Local Governments Get More Than $4.2 Million for Water, Sewer Projects

Monticello, NY – Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther (D,I,WF- Forestburgh) today announced three municipalities in the 100th Assembly District will receive a total of more than $4.2 million in funding for water infrastructure projects. “Clean water is...