Press Releases

Assemblymember Steck Showcases Renovations & Project Updates at Regional Food Bank

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) spotlighted recently completed renovations and discussed project updates at the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York today. With the assistance of Assembly Speaker Carl Hastie, Steck secured a $500,000 grant...

Assemblymember Phil Steck Presents State Grant to Wildwood Programs

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced Monday, Aug. 26, that he helped secure a $250,000 state grant for Wildwood Programs. These funds will help replace the roof and install an improved sprinkler system at Wildwood’s apartments in Latham....

Assemblymember Phil Steck Secures $125,000 Grant for SEAT Center's Schenectady Campus

Schenectady, NY – Today, Assemblymember Phil Steck held a press conference at the SEAT Center’s Schenectady campus to present a ceremonial check for $125,000. The check represented the funding he secured through a New York State SAM (State and Municipal...

Assemblymember Steck Presents Grant to Bring on the Spectrum for Continued Programming Support

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) proudly presented a $25,000 grant to Bring on the Spectrum (BOTS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neurodiverse individuals in achieving their fullest potential. The grant, secured through Assemblymember...

Assemblymember Steck Presents Grants to Guilderland for Highway Equipment, Park Upgrades

This week, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) presented Guilderland officials with $375,000 in capital grant funding that he helped secure for the town. The funding includes two capital grants: $250,000 for upgrades at DiCaprio Park and Fort Hunter...

Assemblymember Phil Steck Presented $150,000 He Secured for the Sycamore Collaborative

Today, Assemblymember Phil Steck presented ceremonial checks representing the $150,000 in funding from capital and priority grants that he secured for the Sycamore Collaborative. “For over 50 years, the Sycamore Collaborative has partnered with various...

Assemblymember Steck Held Emergency Preparedness Training in Colonie

Today, Assemblymember Phil Steck held an emergency preparedness training at the Colonie Senior Center in partnership with the American Red Cross. “Ensuring you and your loved ones are prepared for an emergency is vital. Whether it is a natural disaster,...

Assemblymember Steck Announces $75,000 Grant for Young Parents United Inc.

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced a $75,000 grant to help fund and support Young Parents United Inc. in Schenectady. The organization helps invest in the future of Schenectady families by promoting positive change through numerous support...

Assemblymember Steck Pushes for Recovery Ready Workplace Program

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Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) held a press conference today to bring attention to his legislation that would establish the Recovery Ready Workplace Program (A.9063-A). The initiative would provide employers with the resources, tools and skills...

Assemblymember Steck Announces 2024 Women of Distinction Awards Honorees

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Assemblymember Phil Steck (D- Colonie) held his second annual Women of Distinction Awards ceremony on Friday, May 24th at Niskayuna Town Hall to honor women whose work makes our community a better place to live. Many times, those who selflessly contribute...

Assemblymember Steck Comments on 2024 State Budget

As chair of the Assembly Committee on Drug Abuse and Alcoholism, I am adamant that we fund lifesaving prevention and treatment programs. We must support these vital programs and the dedicated workers behind them, to help ensure that New Yorkers suffering...

Assemblymember Steck: Legislation is Partially a Remedy for Retail Theft

“We should have better laws, but it is important not just to jump on a bandwagon and spread hysteria. “Major crimes are down in New York State, as they are nationwide, but petty crimes, including retail thefts, have increased. To meet that challenge,...

Assemblymember Steck Introduces Anti-Spam Call Legislation, Fights to Improve Local Cell Service

Unreliable cell service is a health and safety issue that Assemblymember Phil Steck is fighting to remedy with the help of Colonie residents. Steck recently sent a letter to federal officials and the leaders of several major cell carriers notifying them...

Assemblymember Steck Heralds Federal Grant to Improve EMS Care, Road Safety Across the Region

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that the Town of Colonie, in partnership with emergency medical services (EMS) agencies of the towns of Colonie, Guilderland, and Clifton Park, has been awarded a $2.4 million federal grant to pilot a safety...

Assemblymember Phil Steck Hosted a Regional Food Bank Volunteer Day

Today, Assemblymember Phil Steck held a volunteer event at The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. Over 30 constituents signed up to help organize and sort food products that will be distributed to those most in need.“Because of the efforts...

Assemblymember Steck Urges Governor Hochul to Sign Legislation to Eliminate the Electronic Death Registration Fee

Assemblymember Phil Steck urges Governor Kathy Hochul to sign his bill to eliminate the electronic death registration fee (A4439) into law. His legislation would remove the $20 electronic death registration fee, which has become a financial burden on...

Assemblymember Steck Presents $50,000 Grant to Guilderland EMS

Today, Assemblymember Phil Steck presented a giant check, representing a $50,000 grant, to Guilderland Emergency Medical Services (EMS). According to Guilderland Town Supervisor Peter Barber and Director of Emergency Medical Services Jay Tyler, the funds...

Assemblymember Steck Introduces Legislation to Increase Access to Overdose-Reversing Drugs

Assemblymember Phil Steck has introduced legislation to expand access to critical overdose-reversing drugs (A08075). The new bill requires the New York State Department of Health (DOH) to make any formulation and dosage of opioid antagonist approved by...

Assemblymember Steck Urges Governor Hochul to Sign the Direct Pay Bill

Assemblymember Phil Steck urges Governor Kathy Hochul to sign the Direct Pay Bill (A250) into law. Passed at the end of the legislative session by a unanimous vote, the Direct Pay Bill would require all health insurance companies to reimburse ambulance...

Assemblymember Steck’s Statement Condemning Terrorism in Israel

To quote Senator Bernie Sanders: “I absolutely condemn the horrifying attack on Israel by Hamas and Islamic Jihad. There is no justification for this violence, and innocent people on both sides will suffer hugely because of it. It must end now.” ...