“As chair of the State Assembly’s sub-Committee on Autism Spectrum Disorders, I’ve been working to ensure people with disabilities have a stronger voice at our State Capitol. As the father of a son with autism, I’ve also learned firsthand that...

The New York State Athletic Commission Board recently announced an approved plan permitting professional-amateur boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA) bouts throughout the state. “As we begin to rebuild from the devastating economic effects of COVID-19,...

“I voted NO on legalizing adult-use recreational marijuana because I share the concerns of many of my constituents that believe this measure doesn’t do nearly enough to protect families and has the potential to harm our communities. In addition to...

“Although the Governor is finally making changes to nursing home visitation restrictions, it comes only after the legislature passed a bill I co-sponsored and put it on his desk.” said Assemblyman Santabarbara.“The truth is, despite bipartisan support...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced that he is co-sponsoring new legislation in the State Assembly to establish a personal income tax deduction for student loan payments (A.5724). The bill would allow taxpayers to use up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced that he is hosting a Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Event staff and participants must follow safety guidelines including temperature checks, social distancing, and must wear face masks. The Red Cross...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, Assembly Chair of the Rural Resources Commission, announced a package of legislation designed to help those living in rural communities more easily access affordable court services. “The unique challenges of rural New...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced that he is hosting a Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Event staff and participants must follow safety guidelines including temperature checks, social distancing, and must wear face masks. The Red Cross...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced that he co-sponsored and helped pass a bill that supports the unique needs of veterans by expanding the number of veterans treatment courts across New York State (A.5719). “We owe a debt of gratitude to the...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara sponsored a resolution to recognize March 13, 2021, as K-9 Veterans Day, an observance that honors the courage and sacrifice of military dogs in New York State (K.103). “Since our nation’s founding, dogs have been...

With daylight saving time beginning Sunday, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara and Senator Joseph Griffo reiterated today that they have introduced legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent in New York. The U.S. had daylight saving time...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, chair of the New York State Assembly Subcommittee on Autism Spectrum Disorders, introduced a bill that would offer more housing options for loved ones with disabilities and seniors to help them stay in their own communities...

While New York continues to ramp up its vaccine distribution, it’s critical that we ensure rural New Yorkers are not left behind. As the elected representative of many rural communities, I know that transportation can pose a significant barrier to many...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced that’s he’s fighting to allow adult day health care programs to reopen safely. Currently, these programs are the only health care facilities in New York State that have remained closed during the COVID-19...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara has joined with 12-year-old Youth Ambassador Emma Detlefsen to “Light Schenectady Up Teal” for World Lymphedema Day today. Assemblyman Santabarbara and Emma will tour Schenectady to view the lights together this evening. Who: Assemblyman...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced today the passage of legislation he co-sponsored in the Assembly to mandate the release of information collected through the state's Health Reporting Data System (HERDS).  “During this pandemic, we saw how...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced that he has written to the state Department of Health (DOH) urging the department to develop guidelines that would allow rural ambulance services to administer the COVID-19 vaccine. “While New York ramps up...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced that he is hosting a Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. Event staff and participants must follow safety guidelines including temperature checks, social distancing, and must wear face masks. The Red Cross...

“These new allegations of sexual harassment made against the Governor today by a 2nd former aide are just as disturbing and concerning; reinforcing my call for an immediate independent investigation. Whether it’s a member of the legislature or the...

“For the past year, COVID-19 has ravaged our state and presented unprecedented challenges for families and businesses. Fortunately, we’re making great strides in mitigating the damage and working to get New Yorkers vaccinated as safely and efficiently...