Press Releases

Barclay, Colleagues Call For Passage Of Much-Needed Criminal Justice Amendments

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Today, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) joined Assemblyman Ed Ra (R,C,I-Franklin Square), Assemblyman Anthony Palumbo (R,C,I,Ref-New Suffolk), Washington County District Attorney Tony Jordan and fellow legislators at a press conference calling...

The Year of the Criminal

If there is a lesson to be learned from this legislative session, it is that elections have consequences. One-party rule has removed the political checks and balances that previously existed in state government. The state Senate is now run by those...

Barclay Urges Legislature to Work for New Yorkers, Not Illegal Immigrants

“Today, members of the Assembly Majority advanced a bill through committee that would allow illegal immigrants to obtain a driver’s license,” said Barclay. “This bill was passed prematurely, with little regard for how it would affect...

Assembly Passes Barclay Bill to Fund Transportation at Fulton City Schools

Yesterday, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) announced that legislation to correct a clerical error between the Fulton City School District and the State Education Department passed the Assembly. The bill, if signed into law, would protect...

Barclay Joins Governor To Discuss Lake Ontario Flooding Crisis

A statement from Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) following a meeting with Gov. Cuomo and state legislators to discuss Lake Ontario’s rising water levels. “Today, I was pleased to meet with the governor, his staff and other Lake...

Downstate Hunting Ban Bill Infringes on Upstate

Members of the Assembly Majority have proposed a bill that would, once again, place restrictions on hunters and sportsmen across New York. The bill, A.722a, would ban hunting contests, competitions, tournaments or derbies in the state. Those who participate...

Barclay Welcomes Fulton Fire Department Chief to Capitol

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Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) welcomed City of Fulton Fire Department Chief David Eiffe, left, to Albany on May 20 during National Emergency Medical Services week. “I’d like to thank Chief Eiffe for taking the time to visit the...

Protect Victims Of Violent Crimes From Frequent Parole Hearings

For victims of heinous crimes whose perpetrators are behind bars, parole hearings can be traumatic. The state can do more to protect victims and families of victims from undue suffering by passing Ramona’s Law. The bill extends the maximum time...

Barclay Calls For Passage Of ‘Ramona’s Law’ At Albany Press Conference

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Today, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) joined Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua), Assemblyman Joseph M. Gigilio (R,C,I-Gowanda) and other members of the Assembly Minority Conference at a press conference to introduce...

Advocating for People with Disabilities

It was less than 30 years ago when the Americans with Disabilities Act passed Congress and was signed into law by President George H. W. Bush. The law prohibits discrimination and guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as...

Barclay Applauds Confirmation of Former Assemblywoman Jane Corwin to IJC

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) today applauded the confirmation of Jane Corwin to the International Joint Commission (IJC)--a bi-national organization which represents the U.S. and Canada in water boundary and water resource matters. Corwin...

Barclay Welcomes Staff from Vera House to Albany

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Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref—Pulaski) recently welcomed staff members from Vera House, Inc. to Albany. Vera House, Inc.’s mission is to prevent, respond to and partner to end domestic and sexual violence and other forms of abuse. The...

Farmworkers Labor Act Would Harm Local Farmers

There is a bill gaining support in Albany that, if enacted, would further reduce the amount of farms in our state. The bill is called the Farmworkers Fair Labor Practices Act. It proposes new labor mandates, regulations, and financial burdens for farmers...

Barclay Meets with Members of the American Institute of Architects in Albany

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Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) recently met with members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) to discuss government policies impacting the practice of architecture in New York State. The representatives explained how various legislative...

Barclay: Driver’s Licenses for Undocumented Residents Would Put Security at Risk

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref—Pulaski) today voiced opposition regarding a bill that if passed, would allow illegal immigrants the ability to obtain a driver’s license. Barclay said the bill is gaining support in Albany where Majority...

Public Dollars Should Not Support Political Campaigns

For years the Governor and the Assembly Majority has pushed for state-funded political campaigns. With one-party rule, publicly-funded political campaigns are nearing reality. This year, the budget authorized spending of up to $100 million annually to...

Barclay Believes New Pro-Criminal Bill Will Put Public In Danger

This week, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) criticized a new piece of legislation (A.3972) that would require employers to make official employment offers to candidates prior to inquiring about any criminal convictions of a prospective employee....

Barclay Voices Opposition To Elder Parole Bill

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) issued the following statement today in reaction to a bill (A.4319) that would make prison inmates eligible for parole at 55 if they’ve served 15 years. The legislation is being pushed by Majority lawmakers...

Barclay Urges U.S. Senate to Approve IJC Nominees Amid Rising Lake Levels

Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) is calling on the U.S. Senate to approve the President's nominees to the International Joint Commission--a bi-national organization which represents the U.S. and Canada in water boundary and water resource...

Barclay, Barlow to Hold Blood Drive in Oswego

What: Red Cross Blood Drive hosted by Assemblyman Will Barclay and Mayor Billy BarlowWhen: May 10 from 10 a.m.-2p.m.Where: 41 Lake Street, Oswego NY 13126 On Friday, May 10, Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I-Ref-Pulaski) and Mayor Bill Barlow will host...