Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua), Assemblyman Robert C. Oaks (R,C-Macedon), Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia), Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning), Assemblyman Peter Lawrence (R,C,I-Greece) and local leaders called...

“I am extremely excited and proud to announce that the Finger Lakes region was a winner of the Upstate Revitalization Initiative. Economic Development is extremely important in New York State and our potential for job growth, innovation and expansion...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today issued a statement in response to several county sheriffs across New York State who are urging legal pistol permit holders to carry their weapons for protection on a daily basis. “As an unwavering...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) will attend a press conference on Thursday, December 10 at 2:30 p.m. in Canandaigua. The event is being held by Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua) and will focus on increased funding for...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that the Brockport Cemetery, also known as the High Street Cemetery, has been nominated for the New York State Register of Historic Places. The burial ground was established in 1829 and was the...

“The conviction of former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver on all seven counts yesterday signals a shift in the way business is done in Albany. Corruption and quid pro quos have been an unfortunate reality of New York’s culture for decades, and Silver’s...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the locations and times of his Genesee County Town Hall meetings on Saturday, December 5. “I am excited about the opportunity to listen to the questions and concerns of my constituents...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today issued comments on the Thanksgiving holiday and reiterated his support for organizations that help less-fortunate families cope with hunger and homelessness during this time of year. Hawley expressed concern...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today urged constituents to voice their opinions on the Lighthouse Wind, LLC project, which recently opened a public comment period that began November 18. “The Lighthouse Wind, LLC project has the potential...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that he has signed on as co-sponsor of the NY Cares Act-Sanctuary City Bill, legislation to strictly enforce federal immigration laws and prevent dangerous illegal immigrants from seeking sanctuary...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the next round of his November 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...

In light of last weekend’s horrific terrorist attacks across Europe, Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) has called on Gov. Cuomo to increase New York’s screening process for allowing Syrian refugees into the state. Hawley expressed the urgency...

“Gov. Cuomo’s decision to increase the state employee minimum wage to $15 per hour is misguided and wrong for New York. The minimum wage was never meant to be a living wage, and by raising it over 50 percent, we are essentially killing the motivation...

“We owe the men and women of the armed forces our sincere gratitude. Their courage and bravery have ensured that we remain a free nation and safe from threats, both foreign and domestic. As a veteran of the Ohio Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserves,...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) was recently named to the Farm Bureau’s 2015 “Circle of Friends.” The honor was given to state legislators who display a great deal of support for agricultural initiatives including voting for legislation...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the first round of his November 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...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) would like to remind the public to be safe as they celebrate Halloween this weekend. In addition to monitoring your children while trick or treating, wearing safe and appropriate costumes, and checking candy before...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) is reminding Western New Yorkers to get out and vote this Election Day. Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at all regular polling locations. “Voting is every citizen’s...

“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...

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...