Press Releases

Solages, Myrie Bill Requiring Financial Institutions to Create Separate Merchant Codes for Firearm Sales Signed into Law

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Valley Stream, NY – Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages’ (D-Elmont) bill requiring unique merchant codes for firearm and ammunition purchases has been signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul. The legislation (A9862A/S8479A) will allow financial institutions...

Lawmakers, Advocates, Long Island Homeowners Call to Make Homeowner Protection Program Permanent

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Valley Stream, NY – Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages (D-Elmont), lawmakers, legal service providers, housing counselors, and homeowners all gathered in Valley Stream to call for the Homeowner Protection Program (HOPP) to be made permanent. Legislation...

Assemblywoman Solages, Residents, Elmont Community Leaders Demand Justice for 1888 Foster Meadow Lane Senior Housing

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Elmont, NY – Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages and Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages joined with the Elmont community to demand justice for the residents of 1888 Foster Meadow Lane, a senior housing co-op, one year after flooding displaced the...

Assemblywoman Solages, Office of Attorney General James Host Homeowners & Housing Workshop in Franklin Square

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Franklin Square, NY – Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, in partnership with the Office of New York State Attorney General Letitia James, hosted a comprehensive Homeowners and Housing Workshop on September 21st at the Franklin Square Public Library. This...

Opening of New Valley Stream Long Island Cares Pantry

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Valley Stream, NY – On Tuesday, Long Island Cares opened its new Valley Stream food pantry as part of Hunger Action Day. The new West Nassau Center for Food Assistance & Community Support will provide essential support to families in need across the...

Assemblywoman Solages Highlights Wins for District 22 in 2024 Legislative Session

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Valley Stream, NY — Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages released a newsletter to the community highlighting her wins for the 22nd Assembly District during the 2024 legislative session in Albany. The state budget, passed in April, made historic investments...

Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run/Roll to be Held in Valley Stream

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Valley Stream, NY – September 5 – In partnership with Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program, Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages will be hosting the annual Dr. Elsy Mecklembourg-Guibert Memorial Breast Cancer Awareness Walk/Run/Roll...

Assemblywoman Solages, Office of Attorney General James to Host Homeowners and Housing Workshop in Franklin Square

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Franklin Square, NY – September 4 – Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages and the office of New York State Attorney General Letitia James will be hosting a Homeowners and Housing Workshop at the Franklin Square Public Library on Saturday, September 21st....

APNA Community Center and Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages to Host Benefits Assistance Clinic in Valley Stream

Valley Stream, NY – September 3 – The APNA Community Center, in partnership with New York State Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages, will be hosting a Benefits Assistance Clinic to support local residents in applying for public benefits. The clinic...

Elmont Student Ruth Mekako Participates in Prestigious Timbuctoo Climate and Careers Institute

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Elmont, NY – Ruth Mekako, a dedicated student from Elmont, has recently completed an enriching summer program at the Timbuctoo Climate and Careers Institute, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering environmental stewardship and diversifying career...

Wellington Road Neighbors in Elmont Celebrate Successful First Block Party, Bringing the Community Closer Together

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Elmont, NY – The residents of Wellington Road in Elmont came together this past Saturday, August 31, 2024, for their first-ever block party, an event that exceeded all expectations in fostering community spirit and bringing neighbors closer together....

Successful Non-Partisan Voter Registration Event Held at LIJ Northwell Valley Stream

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Valley Stream, NY – Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, alongside community leaders and health advocates, hosted a successful non-partisan Voter Registration Event at LIJ Northwell Valley Stream on Wednesday, August 28th. The event, which aimed to empower...

Franklin Square Union Free School District Dedicates Memorial Bench in Honor of Detective Jonathan Diller

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Franklin Square, NY – Detective Jonathan Diller, who grew up in Franklin Square and served in the New York City Police Department, was honored today with a special bench dedication at John Street School. This meaningful tribute, organized by the Franklin...

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages Participates in Unveiling of Cherry Lane Memorial Garden

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Staten Island, NY – Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages was honored to participate in the recent unveiling ceremony of the Cherry Lane Memorial Garden, which took place on Saturday, August 24th, at 1440 Forest Avenue, Staten Island. The event marked a significant...

South Floral Park Fire Department Dedicates New Fire Truck in Traditional Wetdown Ceremony

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South Floral Park, NY – The South Floral Park Fire Department proudly dedicated its newest fire truck in a ceremonial "wetdown" on Saturday, August 24th. This time-honored tradition celebrates the dedication, hard work, and bravery of our local firefighters...

Assemblywoman Solages Celebrates Launch of Voices of Elmont Youth Community Choir

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Elmont, NY – Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages welcomed the launch of the Voices of Elmont Youth Community Choir, an initiative of Elmont Union Free School District bus attendant Aisha Stevenson. Aisha saw the need for community-based activities to...

Assemblywoman Solages Partners with Local Businesses and Community Groups to Distribute 1,000 Backpacks with School Supplies in Time for Back-to-School Season

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Valley Stream, NY - Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages partnered with local businesses and community groups to pack and distribute 1,000 free backpacks filled with supplies to students in the 22nd Assembly District, just in time for the new school year....

Assemblywoman Solages on New York Court of Appeals Decision Upholding Early Mail Voter Act

Valley Stream, NY – In response to the decision of the New York Court of Appeals in Stefanik v. Hochul, upholding the Early Mail Voter Act, New York State Assemblymember Michaelle C. Solages released the following statement: “The New York State Court...

Assemblywoman Solages Submits Comments to Rockefeller Institute Foundation Aid Formula Study Looking into NYS Public School Funding

Re: Foundation Aid Study Rockefeller Institute of Government 411 State StreetAlbany, NY 11203-1004 To the Rockefeller Institute of Government: The need to revise the Foundation Aid formula stems from its inability to adequately address the evolving challenges...

Assemblywoman Solages Statement on Public Service Commission Rate Hike Approval for Liberty Water

Valley Stream, NY – In response to the New York State Public Service Commission approving rate increases for Liberty Water utility customers on Long Island, New York State Assemblymember Michaelle C. Solages released the following statement: "As a community,...