New York State Assembly

Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) today was joined at a press conference by Minority Leader James Tedisco (R,C,I-Schenectady-Saratoga) and the Assembly minority conference to demand immediate action on creating a permanent solution to a provision...

As part of his “State of the State” address on Wednesday, Gov. George Pataki unveiled a legislative plan designed to further protect New York’s children, families and communities from dangerous sexual predators. “Providing greater protection...

Assemblyman Michael Fitzpatrick (R,C,I-Smithtown) joined his Assembly minority colleagues at a press conference in Albany today to call on Speaker Sheldon Silver and the Assembly majority to make the extension of sex offender registration requirements...

It is with great pleasure that I report to you about this past legislative session. As you may have read, this was one of the most productive sessions in legislative history and truly was a "Year of Reform." For the first time in 21 years, the...

Assemblyman Michael Fitzpatrick (R,C,I-Smithtown) joined his Assembly colleagues for a special legislative session on Wednesday that resulted in passage of legislation to severely penalize individuals who possess, sell and use illegal firearms. The session...

Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) joined his Assembly colleagues during a special legislative session on Wednesday to vote in favor of legislation banning illegal gun trafficking. The legislation was promoted by Gov. George Pataki. “This...

The Senate Majority and Governor Pataki have recently attacked the Assembly Majority for not passing legislation to close a loophole that allows criminals to possess illegal guns. The Senate Majority Leader said Tuesday on a radio show that his house...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz visited local schools to oversee student voting for the state reptile. The Assemblyman distributed informational booklets on the different turtle candidates and a voting ballot. Students not only had an opportunity to learn...

Chairman Paulson. Governor Pataki. Mayor Bloomberg. Senator Bruno. Chairman Gill. Bill Rudin. Robert Douglass. Distinguished Guests. It is extraordinary when you stop and think about it. One hundred and thirty-six years ago, in a single-room office...

Thank you, Ross [Professor Sandler] for that kind and generous introduction. Good morning, and thank you ladies and gentlemen for that warm reception. It is an honor to be here at the prestigious New York Law School, one of Lower Manhattan's treasured...

October represents National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and I recently spoke at the “Walk with Me” rally, an event sponsored by the New York State Assembly and the Maxwell Women’s Caucus at Syracuse University. This collaborative effort aims...

Good morning, everyone. I would like to welcome you all to the Roundtable on the Development and Marketing of Advanced Energy Technologies in New York State. I would also like to welcome Assemblywoman Cohen and you to the Center of Excellence in Energy...

Commissioner Andrew S. EristoffNew York State Department of Taxation and FinanceW. A. Harriman CampusAlbany, NY 12227 Dear Commissioner Eristoff, Due to the anticipated rise of energy costs this winter, I urge the Department of Taxation and Finance...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz has requested that the Department of Sanitation change the parking rules in the community. Following up to a letter regarding the parking problem sent last July to the Department of Sanitation, Assemblyman Dinowitz again...

Rising oil prices will not only hurt working families at the pump, but will create an economic ripple effect felt at the local level. Record high gas prices will mean increased costs for schools to transport our students and for the police who must patrol...

Thank you, Chairman Gargano. Chairman Gargano. Governor Pataki. Senator Maltese. Mayor Bloomberg. Bill Rudin. Carl Weisbrod. Councilman Gerson. Elected Leaders. Members of the Media. Ladies and Gentlemen. First, let me join the Governor and the...

Assemblyman Michael Fitzpatrick (R,C,I-Smithtown) is announcing that the New York state Assembly is currently accepting Assembly Internship Program applications for the 2006 legislative session. "This is a great opportunity for students to participate...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz blasted Governor Pataki for vetoing legislation authored by Dinowitz that would require insurance companies to cover health care costs of drivers injured as a result of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Existing...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz blasted Governor Pataki’s decision to veto make the emergency contraception legislation. Governor Pataki is expected to veto the bill, according to the Governor’s staff. His staff indicated that the Governor’s problem...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz and Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan announced their support of the efforts of Association of Riverdale Cooperatives (ARC) and Skyline Federal Credit Union to bring Credit Union services to Riverdale. Representing nearly 100...

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz urged Governor Pataki to make emergency contraception legislation law. In a letter to Governor Pataki, Assemblyman Dinowitz stated, “I am writing to urge you to sign into law A.116, which provides access to emergency...

George E. PatakiGovernorExecutive ChamberCapitolState Street, Room 210Albany, New York 12224 Re: A.116/S.3661 "Unintended Pregnancy Prevention Act" Dear Governor Pataki: I have sponsored the above referenced bill which has passed in the Assembly...

Denise Sheehan, Acting CommissionerDepartment of Environmental Conservation625 BroadwayAlbany, NY 12207 Dear Ms. Sheehan: I am writing to request an extension be allowed for written comments on Oil and Gas leasing from July 29, 2005 until at least...

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that the Assembly will conduct a "roundtable" discussion and a public hearing aimed at soliciting insight about the best ways to strengthen the protection of New Yorkers from sex offenses, including...

Assemblyman David G. McDonough (R,C,I-Merrick) is rating the Assembly’s just-ended 2005 legislative session as one of its most productive in recent years, but noted that many important issues were left unresolved. He vowed to continue fighting for...

Taking action on the growing menace in New York State of methamphetamine use and methamphetamine labs, the New York State Assembly passed major legislation to combat this scourge which has spread across the country and threatens to rival the crack epidemic...