The NYSUNY 2020 plan recognizes how important SUNY is to our state’s future. This is a great opportunity for Binghamton University, one of SUNY’s premier universities, to expand their academic success and cutting-edge research and development efforts....

Given the level of concern about the environmental risks associated with drilling, I am glad Comptroller DiNapoli has proposed this legislation. It will provide a much needed sense of security by ensuring that the industry is held accountable. NOTE:...

Municipalities must step up and bear the costs when abandoned properties become a threat to public health and safety. Land banks have proven to be effective tools in other states. This new law will help revitalize communities by making neighborhoods more...

Requiring regional collaboration based on strengths is a smart, strategic approach to economic development. It also streamlines the application process for state resources, which has been long overdue. All of the various stakeholders will need to work...

Binghamton – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that Governor Cuomo has signed in to law (Ch. 162 of 2011) a bill she authored to protect the Centers of Excellence Program. The bill (A.6320-C/S.5223-B) passed unanimously in the...

Binghamton – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that both the state Senate and Assembly passed the “Complete Streets” bill (A.8366) she cosponsored. She was joined by representatives of AARP, the Broome County Strategic Alliance...

I have been asked to join a distinguished group of advocates on this important advisory panel. The Department of Environmental Conservation is moving toward establishing the strictest rules and regulations governing the extraction of natural gas in the...

Binghamton – Legislation authored by Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) to protect Binghamton University’s Center of Excellence is one step away from becoming law. The bill (A.6320-C/S.5223-B) passed unanimously in the state Senate and Assembly...

As one of the sponsors of the Marriage Equality Act (A.8354) in the Assembly, I strongly believe that this is an issue of equality and justice. Over the years, I have observed the uncertainty and anxiety that same-sex couples and families with children...

Binghamton – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell), Chair of the Legislative Commission on Science and Technology, unveiled a video she produced with Binghamton University to promote science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to students and...

Albany – Yesterday, the New York State Assembly unanimously passed a resolution (K.400) authored by Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) urging the reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Since it was first passed in 1976, TSCA – the...

Albany – A bill to reduce the required minimum age for obtaining a junior archery license is on-target to become law after passing both the Senate and Assembly. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) is one of the sponsors of the bill (A.2021-A), which...

I am pleased that NYSUNY 2020 recognizes that establishing one, or even two, "flagships" would create fundamental inequalities throughout the SUNY system. Fortunately, NYSUNY 2020 applies to all four of the University Centers, as I argued for in my letter...

New York State law does not give courts the authority to remove firearms and revoke firearm licenses of anyone they find to be incapacitated, in need of involuntary care and treatment, or committed to a mental health facility. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo...

The New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators is now accepting applications for four $1,500 scholarships to be awarded statewide in June at their annual Conference Weekend. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) is the Vice President...

Tomorrow, shoppers in Brome County and across New York will start saving 4% on many of their clothing purchases – no coupons necessary. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that the state is repealing its portion of the sales tax...

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced that the 2011-2012 state budget agreement creates the Empire State New Market Corporation, an entity that will administer federal New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) to boost development in low-income communities....

Advocates gathered at the state capitol today to promote the benefits of airports and the aviation industry in New York. The New York Aviation Management Association’s (NYAMA) annual Advocacy Day in Albany provides an opportunity for airport managers...

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that earlier this week the Assembly passed a package of bills that she is sponsoring to increase openness, accountability and transparency in government to commemorating the sixth annual Sunshine...

Vestal, NY – Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo (D-Endwell) announced today that Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver has appointed her to a leadership position in the Assembly. Lupardo will Chair the Legislative Commission on Science and Technology. She also announced...