“I am heartbroken and outraged by the horrific tragedy in Minneapolis today that claimed the lives of two young children and injured so many others during what should have been a joyful first week of school. My prayers are with the families of the victims,...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) today joined the family and loved ones of Angelica Nappi to unveil a new street sign officially designating a portion of Woodside Avenue in Medford as “Angelica Nappi Avenue.” The dedication marks a solemn but...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) announced the passage of legislation that would grant long-overdue disability retirement benefits to the widow of Suffolk County Deputy Sheriff Richard Stueber, who served in the World Trade Center rescue, recovery...

“As the 2025-26 Legislative Session concludes, I remain focused on the issues that matter most to the people I represent, public safety and affordability. “Too many New Yorkers are feeling the squeeze of rising costs and are concerned about growing...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) stood alongside a bipartisan group of legislators today at the New York State Capitol to announce the introduction of Assembly Bill A.8540, the Fentanyl Fathers and Mothers Act. The legislation, spearheaded by Assemblyman...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford), a long-time advocate for public safety and first responder wellness, today voiced his strong support for the First Responder Peer Support Program Act (A.7285A) at a press conference held at the state Capitol alongside...

“As we pass yet another budget extender — now the tenth — I am deeply frustrated by the ongoing failure of the governor and legislative leaders to deliver an on-time, responsible state budget. These repeated delays not only erode public trust, but...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) today called on the governor to take immediate action to address the ongoing chaos caused by the transition of the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) to Public Partnerships LLC (PPL), stressing...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) today announced he will vote no on the proposed Medical Aid in Dying legislation, a bill that would allow terminally ill patients in New York to request life-ending medication from their doctors under specific conditions....

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) today stood with Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski), Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt (SD-62), and members of the Minority Conferences to call for immediate action to strengthen New York’s involuntary...

As New Yorkers prepare to meet the April 15 tax filing deadline, Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) is emphasizing the importance of Tax Day as a time to reflect on government accountability, fiscal responsibility and the real cost of living in New...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) joined healthcare professionals, transplant recipients, donor families and his fellow elected officials today at a Donate Life press conference to raise awareness about the life-saving impact of organ and tissue...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford), a member of the Assembly Minority Task Force on Human Trafficking, joined his colleagues on Tuesday, March 25, at 10:30 a.m. in the Assembly Parlor in the Capitol to release the task force’s findings and recommendations....

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) commended his fellow lawmakers at a press conference to push for a delay in the overhaul of the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), a lifeline for 280,000 elderly and disabled New Yorkers who...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) is proud to announce his appointment as an alternate member of the New York State Assembly Budget Transportation Committee. This key appointment allows DeStefano to play a more active role in addressing the transportation...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) took to the Assembly floor today to deliver a heartfelt address on the importance of music education in schools. Speaking on his resolution recognizing the contributions of music lovers in education, DeStefano emphasized...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) today joined bipartisan lawmakers, law enforcement officials and advocates at a press conference to address the growing threat of drugged driving on New York’s roadways. As drug-impaired driving incidents continue...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) today commended the heroic efforts of local fire departments and emergency personnel in their rapid response to the Westhampton Pines Fire, which has burned approximately 400 acres on Long Island. Thanks to the...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) today alongside his colleagues in the Assembly and Senate Minorities as well as county and town highway superintendent from across the state stood at a press conference to voice strong support for increased funding...

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano (R,C-Medford) is demanding a full forensic audit of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) following alarming reports of financial waste, fraud and mismanagement. Standing with Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski)...