Press Releases

Assemblymembers Zebrowski & Skoufis’ Full Day Kindergarten Bill Passes NYS Legislature

Assemblymembers Ken Zebrowski (D-New City) and James Skoufis (D-Woodbury) announced that both the Assembly and Senate have passed their full day K incentive legislation today (A.1625B/S.700B). The Senate has joined in passing the legislation, which has...

The NYS Assembly Passes Assemblyman Zebrowski’s Historic Democracy Protection Act

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski (D-New City) announced today that the Assembly passed his “Democracy Protection Act,” a bill that was introduced with Governor Cuomo’s office (A.9930). The legislation is based primarily on Zebrowski’s campaign disclosure...

Assemblyman Zebrowski on the Thruway Authority’s Plan to Improve Cashless Tolling Program

“I want to thank the Thruway Authority for working to improve the cashless toll system. These changes should help to inform drivers and reduce fines. While cashless tolls help with traffic and congestion, it is important that the State adapt when new...

Assemblymembers Zebrowski and Skoufis Secure Full-Day Kindergarten Aid in Executive Budget

Assemblymembers Ken Zebrowski (D-New City) and James Skoufis (D-Woodbury) announced they have secured enhanced full-day kindergarten aid in the executive budget proposal released by the Governor this week. Last summer, Zebrowski and Skoufis negotiated...

Assemblyman Zebrowski on Proposed Congestion Pricing & the Shortchange of West of Hudson Commuters

“As the Governor is set to deliver his State of the State address today, it is believed that a specific congestion pricing plan will be announced. It must be said that any proposals to address MTA’s shortfalls and congestion must take into account...

Zebrowski Calls for DFS Guidance for NY "Escrow" Taxpayers "Pre-paying" 2018 Property Taxes

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski (D-Rockland County), Chairman of the Assembly Banks Committee, has requested the Department of Financial Services provide immediate guidance to New York taxpayers who are attempting to pre-pay their 2018 property taxes. Many...

Governor Cuomo Signs Assemblyman Zebrowski’s Code Enforcement Official Integrity Legislation

“This bill is all about safety and accountability. Proper code enforcement is vital to our community and this law will establish a new level of oversight for code enforcement officials. I thank Governor Cuomo for his collaboration on this issue,”...

Assemblyman Zebrowski Urges the Governor to Sign Code Enforcement Integrity Legislation

New City, NY – Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski (D-Rockland) and State Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Westchester) called on Governor Andrew Cuomo to sign their code enforcement integrity bill into law (A1310/ S1642). This bill would allow the NY Secretary...

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski’s Pet Dealer Loophole Legislation Signed into Law

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski announced today that his bill to require all not-for-profit and incorporated animal shelters and rescues to register with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM) has been signed into law by the Governor...

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski Secures Grant for the Purchase of a New Van for the Haverstraw Center

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski recently stood with Village of Haverstraw Mayor Mike Kohut, Department of Youth & Family Services Director Marion Breland, Assistant Director Peter Fata, Deputy Mayor Emily Dominguez, and children and staff of the Haverstraw...

Assemblyman Zebrowski’s Fire Safety Reform Legislation Unanimously Passes Assembly

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski announced that his legislation to reform fire safety inspections in both public and private schools in New York State unanimously passed the Assembly A2985A. The bill seeks to modernize and improve the process of conducting annual...

Clarkstown

Press Statement on Recent Hate Incidents in Rockland

“Over the past week, there have been three separate incidents of hate graffiti throughout the county. This coupled with the growing trend of other hate speech over the past year is deeply concerning and frankly, is disgusting. Although speaking out...

Assemblyman Zebrowski Passes Measure to Spur Local Economic Development in the Craft Beer Industry

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski announced the passage of his brew-pub legislation by the Assembly that would expand the number of barrels that restaurant brewers may produce to sell at retail. The Assemblyman authored his bill after being approached by a local...

Assemblyman Zebrowski Tours Rockland Lake Golf Course with NYS Parks Commissioner to Highlight Deteriorating Course Conditions

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Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski was joined by Parks Commissioner Rose Harvey and Palisades Interstate Parkway Commission Superintendent Jim Hall in Rockland yesterday to inspect the condition of Rockland Lake Golf Course. Over the years, the course has suffered...

Assemblymembers Zebrowski and Wallace Introduce Legislation to Protect Consumer Data from Internet Service Providers

Assemblymembers Ken Zebrowski (D-New City) and Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) announced legislation that would provide internet users the power to opt out of use of their personal information by internet service providers (ISPs). This move comes after...

Zebrowski & Skoufis: 2017-2018 Relief for North Rockland Secured, Fight for Permanent Solution Continues

Assemblymembers Ken Zebrowski (D-New City) and James Skoufis (D-Woodbury) announced that they successfully secured $4 million in additional aid for the North Rockland Central School District for the 2017-2018 school year. This assistance is in addition...

Ride Sharing Budget Statement

“I am pleased to announce that a tentative agreement on ride sharing (Uber, Lyft etc.) has been reached in the NY State Budget. Suburban and upstate residents deserve the same ride sharing opportunities as their neighbors in New York City. There is...

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski Announces Passage of Code Enforcement Officer Legislation

Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski announced today that his code enforcement officer legislation passed both the Assembly and Senate and now needs the Governor’s approval before becoming law (A.1310). The bill would provide the Department of State with a process...

Assemblymembers Zebrowski and Skoufis Announce North Rockland Debt Relief Assistance Proposed in Assembly One House Budget

Yesterday, standing with North Rockland Superintendent Ileana Eckert, members of the school board, and various district residents and local stakeholders, Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski and Assemblyman James Skoufis announced that the Assembly One House Budget...