Albany, NY – New York State Senator Pete Harckham released today the following statement following the Senate floor vote rejecting Justice Hector LaSalle’s nomination to lead the New York State Court of Appeals: “After weighing ample input from constituents, I have voted against the nomination of Hector LaSalle to be approved as chief judge of the state’s Court of Appeals. … [Read more...] about Harckham: Statement on Vote Against Justice Hector LaSalle Nomination
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Survey Shows More Than Half of Americans Deeply Concerned About Climate Change
(Rockland) - February 15, 2023 -- One in four Americans say climate change is affecting their decision-making on major life events such as having children, according to new survey results released recently by global environmental services leader Veolia and renowned research firm Elabe. For example, across many topics covered in the survey, a clear consensus is emerging … [Read more...] about Survey Shows More Than Half of Americans Deeply Concerned About Climate Change
Weber Honors Roxanne Watson on Valentine’s Day/National Donor Day
Roxanne Watson, a donor's heart recipient, has signed up 13,000 new organ donors to return the kindness! Roxanne Watson's story is one of willpower, hope, and selflessness. She is a heart transplant recipient who had spent two long years on the transplant list before receiving a heart from her donor, Michael Bovill. Her new lease on life sparked a passion within her to help … [Read more...] about Weber Honors Roxanne Watson on Valentine’s Day/National Donor Day
Office of Buildings & Codes One Year Anniversary
844 Inspections Completed & 7,500 Violations Issued Since Launch New City, NY - On Tuesday Rockland County Executive Ed Day and Office of Buildings & Codes (OBC) Director Ed Markunas provided an update on the work and challenges of assuming control of the Village of Spring Valley Building Department as ordered by New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) … [Read more...] about Office of Buildings & Codes One Year Anniversary
News from the NYS Democratic Committee
New York Democratic Chairman Jay S. Jacobs hosted the DNC Eastern Caucus with James Clyburn during last week's DNC meeting in Philadelphia. AT A GLANCE Governor Hochul announced the details of her statewide $1 Billion mental health care overhaul. The plan will expand access to mental health care across New York. Senator Gillibrand, Representatives Espaillat, … [Read more...] about News from the NYS Democratic Committee