Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) announced that his bill (S.1737) creating a wholesale import program for prescription drugs has easily passed the Senate with bipartisan support. The measure was among a package of legislation aimed at cutting prescription costs for New Yorkers. Under existing federal law, states may authorize wholesale importation from other … [Read more...] about Skoufis Bill to Slash Prescription Drug Prices Sails Through Senate
New York State
Skoufis Enters Race for Orange County-Based State Senate District
"With the release of finalized State Senate maps that aggressively carved up our existing district, my family, team, and I found ourselves with an incredibly difficult decision to make over the past two weeks. We considered every available option to determine how best to continue serving the people of the Hudson Valley, and I am grateful to the many colleagues and partners who … [Read more...] about Skoufis Enters Race for Orange County-Based State Senate District
Dominican College is now Dominican University New York
Town of Orangetown is now home to a College and a University! Dominican University New York moves forward with a renewed spirit and dedication to its mission to promote educational excellence, leadership, and service in an environment characterized by respect for the individual and concern for the community and its needs. … [Read more...] about Dominican College is now Dominican University New York
Statement from Day in response to NYS Senate Bill S6197-C/Assembly Bill A8560-C
I’m appalled that with only days left in this legislative session, New York’s state elected officials are, in what can only be described as a power grab, pushing for an unconstitutional violation of the voting rights, the right to responsive local government, and right to self-determination of every resident of this State outside of New York City. The New York State … [Read more...] about Statement from Day in response to NYS Senate Bill S6197-C/Assembly Bill A8560-C
Skoufis Celebrates Local Valedictorians & Salutatorians in Albany
Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) welcomed Valedictorians and Salutatorians from his Hudson Valley district to Albany on Monday, May 23. The group of graduating seniors and several parents toured the Capitol, shared a meal with Skoufis and his team in his legislative office, and were formally recognized in the Senate Chamber. This marked a first visit to the Capitol for … [Read more...] about Skoufis Celebrates Local Valedictorians & Salutatorians in Albany