Press Releases

Assemblymember Steck Helps Pass 2013-14 State Budget, Creating Good-Paying Jobs in the Capital Region

Setting his focus on job creation and fostering a welcoming business climate in the Capital Region, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced that he helped pass the 2013-14 state budget that includes essential aid to economic development and programs...

Assemblymember Steck Holding an Open House at New District Office

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) will be holding a grand opening at his new district office. Come discuss with the Assemblyman issues that may concern you and hear what assistance his office can provide. He invites all members of the community to...

Assemblymember Steck Helps Pass Budget Proposal That Would Bring Jobs to Capital Region

In an effort to create more jobs in the Capital Region, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed a budget proposal that includes funding for new capital projects and jobs programs, while continuing to encourage a business-friendly...

Assemblymember Phil Steck Helps Secure $834 Million Increase for Schools in Assembly Budget Proposal

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed a 2013-14 state budget proposal that includes $21.1 billion in state aid to schools – an $834 million increase over last year’s total (E.182). The Assembly’s proposal is $334 million...

Assemblymember Steck Helps Pass Assembly Hydrofracking Moratorium

Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed legislation that would delay the issuance of hydrofracking permits in New York State until May 15, 2015 (A.5424-A). This measure would also require a comprehensive health impact assessment...

Assemblymember Steck Votes in Support of Minimum Wage Increase

http://www.dailygazette.com/weblogs/capital-region-scene/2013/mar/06/local-assemblymen-support-minimum-wage-increase/

Assemblymember Steck Helps Pass Legislation to Increase Minimum Wage to $9.00 an Hour

In a push to help more hardworking Capital Region families and give a boost to our economy, Assemblymember Phil Steck (D-Colonie) announced the Assembly passed legislation that would increase the minimum wage to $9.00 per hour in January 2014 (A.38-A)....

Assemblymember Steck Reads to Students for the “Read Across America” Celebration

http://www.schenectady.k12.ny.us/Howe_Early_Childhood_Education_Center/ReadAcrossAmerica2013/Index.htm

Assemblymember Steck: New Gun Control Legislation Makes Strides in Making New York Families Safer

“Today we took a step in the right direction to make our communities a safer place to live. I am proud to have sponsored this legislation that will make New York the first state in the nation to pass comprehensive new gun control laws that will help...

Assemblymember Phil Steck Looks Forward to Productive Legislative Year

“Today the governor presented his plan for the future of New York State and outlined how we can continue to move our state forward. I am pleased to hear the governor’s pledge to strengthen the state’s gun laws, making them the toughest in the nation...