Senator Bill Weber (Republican, Conservative), who represents New York's 38th District, was appointed to the influential Budget and Revenue Committee and chosen as ranking member by the Republican Conference. Senator Weber is one of just two certified public accountants in the entire state legislature, an important qualification much in demand for this role. Senator Weber looks … [Read more...] about Weber Announces Committee Assignments
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Hoag presented with NY State Empire Award
“It was a pleasure to present a NY State Empire Award to Risa B. Hoag, Founder and President of GMG Public Relations, Inc., in Nyack. Through her leadership in Rockland organizations, Ms. Hoag supports local small businesses and non-profits with her public relations, marketing and social media expertise, and during the height of COVID, she advised businesses on … [Read more...] about Hoag presented with NY State Empire Award
Skoufis, Sworn in for Third Term, Charts Legislative Priorities
Senator James Skoufis (D-Orange County) was sworn in for a third term on Wednesday, the first in his newly-drawn 42nd district, comprising nearly all of Orange County. Skoufis will continue in his role as Chair of the Senate Investigations and Government Operations Committee, the body charged with proactively investigating and exposing waste, fraud, and abuse; and working to … [Read more...] about
Skoufis, Sworn in for Third Term, Charts Legislative Priorities
Mid-Hudson Economic Development Updates
Important Reminders Restore NY - Round 7Final Applications due Friday, 1/27/2023Guidelines | Details and Application CFA Round XII Awards AnnouncedThe list of awardees across New York State through Round XII of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative can be found here.**Note: The list is updated periodically. Standalone program awardees should … [Read more...] about Mid-Hudson Economic Development Updates
Harckham Appointed as Chair of Senate Environmental Conservation Committee
Albany, NY – New York State Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins has appointed State Senator Pete Harckham as chair of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee. The announcement of Stewart-Cousins’s committee chair appointments and committee assignments was made earlier today as the State Senate began its 2023-2024 session. “I am very honored and grateful to … [Read more...] about Harckham Appointed as Chair of Senate Environmental Conservation Committee