Promises Made, Promises Kept: Brabenec Highlights Funds for Local Libraries, Schools in State Budget
Jun 2, 2026
Every year, one of the main goals of elected officials is to pass the state budget. The state budget is how we fund everything in our state, from our busy highways to our local food banks. Without a budget, many of our local organizations are left without...
The Importance of Dementia Awareness Week
May 18, 2026
Dementia affects millions of families across the world, yet far too many people still misunderstand what it truly is. That’s why Dementia Awareness Week is so important. It’s a time to educate our communities, support caregivers and remind those living...
Celebrating Our Men and Women in Uniform: The Importance of Military Appreciation Month
May 8, 2026
In America, one of the highest honors any person can have is the opportunity to serve our country. That is why each May we celebrate Military Appreciation Month, a time to recognize the contributions and sacrifices of those who have fought, and continue...
Celebrating School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Apr 27, 2026
No matter where you’re from, all of us have shared one common experience: we’ve all ridden on a school bus at one point in our lives. That’s why on the fourth Tuesday in April, we celebrate School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Originating in California,...
Putting Safety First: The Importance of National Work Zone Awareness Week
Apr 20, 2026
Every year, we hear tragic stories of accidents caused by reckless driving in work zones. These incidents are far too common; however, they can be prevented. That’s why this week is National Work Zone Awareness Week, a time to support public health...
Brabenec Highlights His ‘Fix the Roads’ Initiative Amid Pothole Season
Apr 10, 2026
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,C-Deerpark) is highlighting his Fix the Roads initiative within the 98th Assembly District, which is comprised of parts of Rockland and Orange counties. Across the Hudson Valley, the prevalence of potholes has presented a...
Tax Day: A Time for Accountability and Relief
Apr 6, 2026
Each year, April 15 marks more than just a deadline. Tax Day is a moment that reminds us of the responsibility we all share in funding our government, but also raises an important question: Are taxpayers getting their money’s worth? For working families...
The Lessons of Passover Still Resonate Today
Mar 30, 2026
Every spring, as winter loosens its grip and signs of new life begin to emerge, families around the world gather to observe Passover, a holiday rooted in memory, faith and freedom. Passover, or Pesach, commemorates the biblical story of the Israelites’...
The Story Behind Daylight Saving Time
Mar 9, 2026
Each year, Americans adjust their clocks twice as part of a routine many have followed their entire lives. In the spring, we move our clocks forward one hour. In the fall, we set them back again. While the process may feel routine today, Daylight Saving...
Brabenec Stands with Senate, Assembly Colleagues to Bring Down Energy Costs
Mar 4, 2026
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,C-Deerpark) stood in support of a joint press conference to highlight the state’s flawed energy policies and the steep price New Yorkers will pay if Albany does not change course. A memo issued by the New York State Energy...