Press Releases

Vets Buy-Back Veto Disgraceful, Days Before Veterans Day

“As a veteran, I am appalled by Gov. Cuomo’s recent veto of the veterans buy-back bill. This legislation would have allowed honorably-discharged veterans to purchase up to three years of their service from New York State to count toward their public...

Hawley Announces $1 Million in Grants to Bolster Agriculture, Aid Young Farmers

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that $1 million is now available to aid aspiring farmers to enter the agriculture industry. The New York State New Farmers Grant Fund will provide up to 50 percent of the cost for new farmers to...

Hawley: Historic Day in Batavia as Zombie Property Relief Bill Signed Into Law

“I am proud to announce that Gov. Cuomo today signed into law legislation that will provide a property tax exemption for residents who purchase and renovate dilapidated homes and zombie properties. This ensures that renovation costs do not exceed property...

Hawley Announces October Mobile Office Hours

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the next round of his October mobile office hours. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff members. To schedule an appointment, please contact his office at hawleys@assembly.state.ny.us...

U.S. Court of Appeals Decision Ignores 2nd Amendment, Infringes on Rights of Law-Abiding Gun Owners

“I am deeply disappointed in the decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals’ Second Circuit to uphold the core provisions of the NY SAFE Act. This legislation infringes on the constitutional rights of gun owners across New York State and is clearly unconstitutional....

Hawley Announces $1.4 Million Grant to Promote Climate Resilient Farming

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the availability of $1.4 million in grant funding through the New York State Environmental Protection Fund to support a pilot program aimed at helping farms implement projects that mitigate adverse...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley to Host Western New York Community Health Fair

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) will host a free community health fair, sponsored by the Assembly Minority Conference on Thursday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the R.I.T. Inn and Conference Center at 5257 West Henrietta Road in Henrietta....

Hawley: Monumental Day for Western New York As Genesee County Lands Largest Economic Development Project in Its History

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that the Science and Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP) located in Alabama, Genesee County, has landed the largest economic development project in the county’s history. 1366 Technologies,...

Hawley Observes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today applauded October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month nationwide. Hawley expressed concern about this issue and was pleased to see many New York State leaders, including Gov. Cuomo, raising awareness of breast...

Hawley Announces October Mobile Office Hours

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the next round of his October mobile office hours. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff members. To schedule an appointment, please contact his office at hawleys@assembly.state.ny.us...

Hawley, Local Veterans Depart For Patriot Trip VIII

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) will join over 100 local veterans and their family members to depart for Washington D.C. on Patriot Trip VIII. This is Hawley’s eighth annual journey to visit the monuments, museums and memorials dedicated to...

Hawley Announces Next Round Of September Mobile Office Hours

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the next round of his September mobile office hours. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff members. To schedule an appointment, please contact his office at hawleys@assembly.state.ny.us...

Hawley Wishes Constituents A Happy Labor Day

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today wished his constituents a happy and safe Labor Day weekend. The holiday, falling on September 7 this year, is regarded as a day of rest for America’s workforce and signifies the ceremonial end of summer....

Hawley Calls On Gov. Cuomo And DOT Commissioner Driscoll To Address Deteriorating Conditions On Lake Ontario State Parkway

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) recently sent a letter to Gov. Cuomo urging him to address the condition of the Lake Ontario State Parkway that runs along the shorelines of Lake Ontario in Orleans and Monroe counties. The roadway has been of...

Hawley: DMV To Issue Refund To Vets With Distinguishing Mark On License

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that U.S. veterans who paid a New York State Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) fee of $12.50 to have a distinguishing mark on their driver license or identification card will be issued a refund....

Hawley Announces Availability of Grant Money for Historical/Arts Projects

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that applications are now available for municipalities and not-for-profits seeking grant money for historical and art preservation projects through the Technical Assistance Grant Program. Grants...

Hawley: NYC Should Not Run Our State – Put Two New Yorks On The Ballot

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today criticized the Legislature for focusing its efforts on aid to New York City and disregarding the needs of upstate New York. Throughout his time in the Assembly, Hawley has been an outspoken proponent of “Two...

Hawley Invites Veterans And Their Families To D.C. For Annual Patriot Trip

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today invited his constituents to attend his annual Patriot Trip to Washington D.C. Hawley, a veteran and son of a veteran, is hosting this trip for the eighth year as an opportunity to honor veterans and their...

Cheers! State Cuts Regulations On Wineries, Distilleries, Cideries

“I am proud to announce that Gov. Cuomo has signed into law new legislation that will help our local craft breweries, wineries and distilleries streamline their manufacturing process, market new products and increase their profits. The craft beer and...

Hawley: SCOPE Victorious Over Cuomo in 2nd Amendment Lawsuit

“On behalf of the Shooter’s Committee on Political Education (SCOPE) and Second Amendment rights activists statewide, I am proud to announce that the New York State Supreme Court has ruled that Gov. Cuomo and state officials have illegally withheld...