Statement of Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. on Governor Cuomo’s Resignation
Aug 10, 2021
“This is a sad day for all New Yorkers. Based on the facts and evidence presented, Governor Andrew Cuomo made the right decision today by announcing his resignation. Today’s announcement sends a clear message to the people of the State of New York...
Assemblyman Thiele: NYSDOT to Hold Public Hearing on Storm Drainage Improvement Project on NYS Route 25 and NYS Route 27
Aug 6, 2021
Assemblyman Fred Thiele today announced that the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will conduct a virtual public hearing regarding an upcoming project to enhance drainage at four locations in Suffolk County. This project was initiated...
Statement of Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. on DEC Groundwater Study at Long Island Mines
Aug 5, 2021
In 1991, the State Legislature enacted Chapter 166 of the Laws of 1991 establishing the regulatory framework for mining in New York State. Specifically, Section 23-2703(3) was enacted, which provides a stricter regulatory structure for Long Island than...
Statement of Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. on NYS Attorney General Report
Aug 3, 2021
“I have reviewed the report issued by the Office of New York State Attorney General Letitia James and concur with its findings. An investigation into the allegations of sexual harassment by Governor Andrew Cuomo was conducted by independent investigators...
Assemblyman Thiele: Stony Brook Southampton Hospital to Open New COVID-19 Vaccination Site at Parrish Memorial Hall
Jul 29, 2021
Assemblyman Fred Thiele today announced that Stony Brook Southampton Hospital will begin operating a new COVID-19 vaccination site starting August 3, 2021, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Parrish Memorial Hall (corner...
Assemblyman Thiele: Assembly to Hold Hearing on LIPA/PSEG-LI Contract
Jul 28, 2021
Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. today announced that the New York State Assembly Committee on Energy will be holding a hearing examining the management and provision of electric service on Long Island. The hearing will be held at the Brookhaven Town Hall,...
Assemblyman Thiele: Several Federal Stimulus Programs are Expiring Soon
Jul 27, 2021
“Federal stimulus legislation offered a critical lifeline to millions of households impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and included a host of programs that provide financial support to eligible Americans. Some of those unemployment benefit programs,...
Assemblyman Thiele: South Fork Commuter Connection Service to be Restored
Jul 26, 2021
Assemblyman Fred Thiele today announced that the MTA has approved the reinstatement of the South Fork Commuter Connection (SFCC). The LIRR will meet with the Assemblyman and the Towns of East Hampton and Southampton in the near future to finalize the...
Peconic Bay Community Preservation Fund Revenues Are $113.5 Million for First Half of 2021 Compared with $53.28 Million In 2020
Jul 23, 2021
Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. today reported that 2021 revenues for the Peconic Bay Community Preservation Fund for the first 6 months produced revenue of $113.5 million, or 113% more than last year. In 2020, $53.28 million was collected for the same...
Thiele Legislation Authorizing Village of Sagaponack to Protect Open Space Signed into Law
Jul 20, 2021
Assemblyman Fred Thiele today announced that his legislation allowing the Village of Sagaponack, through its governing board, to enforce interests in real property acquired for the purposes of open space or open areas has been signed into law (Ch. 247...
Thiele Legislation to Extend Pilot Program Authorizing Open Bond Auctions Signed into Law
Jul 20, 2021
Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. today announced that legislation he sponsors with Senator Jim Gaughran extending the effectiveness of a pilot program established in 2019 that provides certain municipalities with the option to sell bonds in an open electronic...
Thiele Legislation Expanding Investment Options for Counties Signed into Law
Jul 20, 2021
Assemblyman Fred Thiele today announced that legislation he sponsored with Senator Jim Gaughran to expand the types of investment options available for counties to provide similar options as those available to NYC under current law (A.7209/S.6323) has...
Assemblyman Fred Thiele: Opioid Settlement Fund Signed into Law to Better Support Recovery Programs and Prevention Efforts
Jul 7, 2021
“A bill was recently signed into law creating the Opioid Settlement Fund, which will bolster New York’s efforts to combat a devastating crisis that has ravaged our communities. This new law will ensure that funds the state receives from legal settlements...
Assemblyman Fred Thiele: American Rescue Plan Act Funding for Towns, Villages and Small Cities
Jul 7, 2021
Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. today announced that as part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), a total of $774 million in Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds is available for New York State to distribute to Non-Entitlement Units (NEUs), including...
Statement of Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. on the LIPA/PSEG-Li Contract Settlement
Jun 28, 2021
The agreement between LIPA and PSEG-LI reached behind closed doors this past Sunday marks still another betrayal of LIPA’s ratepayers. During Tropical Storm Isaias this past August, LIPA’s third-party contractor, PSEG-LI, provided a communications...
Peconic Bay Community Preservation Fund Revenues Total $93.69 Million for the First Five Months of 2021 Compared to $45.43 Million for 2020
Jun 22, 2021
Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. today reported that 2021 revenues for the Peconic Bay Community Preservation Fund (CPF) for the first five months produced revenue of $93.69 million. This represents the highest five-month revenue total in the history of...
Thiele LIPA Reform Bills Pass Both Houses
Jun 16, 2021
Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. today announced that several pieces of his legislation aimed at increasing transparency, accountability, and oversight over LIPA and its service provider, PSEG-LI, have passed through the both houses of the State Legislature....
Assemblyman Thiele: Opioid Settlement Fund Bolsters Addiction Prevention and Support Programs
Jun 16, 2021
“The ongoing opioid epidemic has devastated New York families with heartbreaking consequences, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only intensified the struggle for individuals with substance use disorders. While we’ve worked to increase support for individuals...
Thiele Legislation Authorizing East End Towns to Establish Community Housing Funds Passes Both Houses
Jun 14, 2021
Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. today announced that his legislation to authorize the Towns of East Hampton, Riverhead, Shelter Island, Southampton, and Southold to establish Town Community Housing Funds has passed both houses of the Legislature (A.2633/S.6492...
Thiele Seasonal Rentals Legislation Passes Both Houses
Jun 14, 2021
Assemblyman Fred Thiele today announced that his legislation to clarify that certain seasonal rentals are excluded from the provisions regulating deposits and advances for residential dwelling units under the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act...