Press Releases

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara to Welcome Pre-K and Kindergarten Students on Their First Day of School at McNulty Academy in Amsterdam, NY

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will be joining the excitement at McNulty Academy as he welcomes pre-K and kindergarten students on their very first day of school. The assemblyman will help welcome students, parents, teachers, and school staff as they...

Embrace Diversity in Education: Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara Calls on Governor Hochul to Enact Teaching Profession Diversity Bill Ahead of New School Year

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to sign a transformative bill that he co-sponsored (A.0068A), which has successfully passed both houses of the New York State Legislature. This legislation holds the potential to revolutionize...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara Introduces New Bill to Provide Tax Exemption for Pension Payouts in New York

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara introduces an innovative bill to address New York's population loss. The proposal provides tax exemptions for pension payouts, easing financial strain on retirees and supporting a secure retirement. The bill aims to align...

Assemblyman Santabarbara Hosts Complimentary Naloxone Training to Combat Opioid Overdoses

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Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara has unveiled plans to oversee an educational event focused on naloxone training, available at no cost. Partnering with Schenectady City Councilman John Mootooveren, the initiative aims to empower local community members...

Assemblyman Santabarbara and The Schenectady County Food Council to Host Film Screening and Community Discussion on Food Insecurity

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara and The Schenectady County Food Council’s Steering Committee to host an engaging evening focused on addressing food insecurity. The event will feature the screening of selected clips from the film "A Place at the Table,"...

Assemblyman Santabarbara Statement on AG James Investigation into DocGo

BREAKING UPDATE: “In the wake of my correspondence, and after extensive weeks of dialogue and partnership with my team, Attorney General Letitia James has notified my office of her intention to launch an investigation into the irresponsible actions...

Team Santabarbara to Head Up Habitat for Humanity Build Day at Rotterdam Site

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara and his dedicated staff are set to roll up their sleeves for a “Build Day” at the Habitat for Humanity building project in Rotterdam, New York. The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, August 17, 2023, from...

Speaker Heastie Joins Assemblyman Santabarbara at ViaPort Rotterdam to Visit Future Site of Capital Region Aquatic Center

Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara convened in Rotterdam this morning, gathering at the ViaPort Mall to mark a significant step towards the forthcoming Capital Region Aquatic Center. An additional $2.5 million in capital...

Assemblyman Santabarbara Invited to Speak at National Press Club in Washington, DC on New York State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act on the Anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act

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Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara spoke today at a National Press Club press conference in Washington, DC, hosted by Elected Officials to Protect America (EOPA). The event marked the one-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act, gathering elected...

Assemblyman Santabarbara Joins New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie to Visit Future Site of Capital Region Aquatic Center in Rotterdam, NY

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will join Speaker Carl Heastie on Tuesday, August 15th, as they visit the future site of the Capital Region Aquatic Center in the town of Rotterdam as part of the speaker’s annual statewide tour.EVENT DETAILS WHAT: Speaker...

Assemblyman Santabarbara Statement on State Investment in Albany International Airport

“I was pleased to support $60 million in state funding announced today for the Albany International Airport that is now set to move forward with a needed terminal enhancement project. This substantial investment marks the largest it’s ever received...

Assemblyman Santabarbara's First Disability Baseball Day: Inclusive Baseball Clinic for All Ages and Abilities

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, Chair of the New York State Assembly’s Sub-Committee on Autism Spectrum Disorders and father of a son with autism, is thrilled to announce the inaugural Disability Baseball Day, a community event designed to promote...

Santabarbara Pens Letter to U.S. Department of Transportation Following Amsterdam Train Derailment; Advocates for Comprehensive Nationwide Rail Safety Evaluation & Increased Funding

In the aftermath of the train derailment incident in Amsterdam, NY last Friday morning, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is urging the U.S. Department of Transportation, to initiate a prompt and comprehensive safety assessment of all federally regulated...

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Santabarbara Delivers Funding to Amsterdam Fire Department

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced significant funding in the amount of $350,000 he secured for the Amsterdam Fire Department. The funding has allowed for the purchase of a new fire apparatus, a Pierce Enforcer 100’ mid-mount Tower ladder. The...

Statement from New York State Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara on Support for Mohonasen Central School District

“Mayor Adams’ thoughtless decisions continue forcing everyone into an unjust and unfair situation, now placing school districts under severe financial strain as they struggle to accommodate a significant number of additional students who require English...

Assemblyman Santabarbara to Deliver Funding to Amsterdam Fire Department

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is hosting a press conference to announce significant funding he secured for the Amsterdam Fire Department. The funding has allowed for the purchase of a new fire apparatus that will be unveiled today. Following the announcement,...

Statement from New York State Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara on the Renewal of Seneca Nation Compact Agreement

“As a long-standing member of the New York State Assembly's racing and wagering committee, I feel compelled to address the urgent need to renew the Seneca Nation compact agreement, which is set to expire later this year in New York State. While I strongly...

Assemblyman Santabarbara: $500M Grant will Help Keep New York’s Child Care Workforce Afloat

“The assistance comes at a crucial time when numerous daycare facilities are grappling with understaffing, and some caregivers are contemplating leaving the profession altogether. As child care workers play a vital role in supporting hundreds of thousands...

Assemblyman Santabarbara Stands Firm: Disputes NYC Mayor’s Office Claims on Migrant Handling and Community Sheltering

"Let me be clear: there was no advanced notification or consultation provided to Schenectady County, the Town of Rotterdam, or my office regarding the arrival of migrants in our community. Contrary to the claims made by a spokesperson for City of New...