New York State

  • Senators Skoufis and Martucci Host Bipartisan Budget Forum

    Senators James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) and Mike Martucci (R,C-Hudson Valley/Catskills) gathered municipal, non-profit, and community leaders together for a virtual budget forum on February 4 to assess local funding needs ahead of statewide budget negotiations. The two legislators heard testimony from advocates in the disability/homecare space, union leaders, library directors, local business owners, educators, transportation […]

  • Skoufis Bill Establishing State Disability Rights Office Signed Into Law

    Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) announced that his bill to establish an agency to function as an advocate for the rights of people with disabilities across the state has been signed into law. The legislation, S1836, levels the playing field for millions of New Yorkers, ensuring they receive the services and support they need to exercise […]

  • Notice of Comment Period

    Topic: Proposed Transportation Improvement Program Amendments Period:        February 2, 2022 through February 11, 2022 The New York Metropolitan Transportation Council (NYMTC) announces a public comment period for proposed amendments to the Federal Fiscal Years 2020-2024 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The comment period begins onWednesday February 2, 2022 and ends on Friday February 11, 2022. Comments are due in writing BY […]

  • Senator Skoufis Inducts Haverstraw Local George Wargo, Sr. Into Veterans’ Hall of Fame

    Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) recently honored PFC George Wargo, Sr.–a lifelong Haverstraw resident, US Army veteran, and dedicated community servant–as he was inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame.  The Hall of Fame program was created to honor and recognize outstanding veterans from the Empire State who have distinguished themselves in […]

  • Mid-Hudson Economic Development Updates

    News From Governor Hochul Governor Hochul Announces $70 Million in Federal Funding to Address Child Care Deserts Funding Will Support New Child Care Programs in Areas Without Sufficient Child Care Slots Applications Open Mid-April 2022 Applicants must complete the OCFS online orientation before applying for the grant. Visit the OCFS website for more information. Info session with OCFS on […]

  • Drive -Thru Winter Coat Drive February 5th

    Assemblyman Mike Lawler and Orangetown Supervisor Teresa M. Kenny will host a Drive-Thru Winter Coat Drive on Saturday, February 5th from 10am until 2pm at Orangetown Town Hall.