Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara on Friday voted to pass a series of bills that tackle the heroin crisis affecting communities across Upstate New York by strengthening prevention measures, improving education, and providing better access to treatment. ...

The central piece of Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s legislative plan to unlock the potential of thousands of New Yorkers affected by autism has passed the Assembly. The bill passed by the Assembly today (A.10558-A) calls for the creation of an...

(FROM LEFT) Rotterdam Town Supervisor Steve Tommasone and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara place a sign on the lawn of 1035 Palazini Drive in Rotterdam, calling on the bank that owns the property to “be a good neighbor” and ensure the property’s...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara joined first responders and nurses Saturday at the Delanson Volunteer Fire Department to call for resources, training and legislation that would help protect rural communities against the growing threat of increased oil...

“All of our veterans volunteered to put the needs of their fellow Americans ahead of their own when they signed up to serve our country, and they’ve all sacrificed and deserve gratitude,” said Assemblyman Santabarbara, a U.S. Army Reserve veteran...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is taking action to fight off the zombies in our community – specifically the zombie properties that plague our neighborhoods and can sometimes surround our homes. Assemblyman Santabarbara, D-Rotterdam, announced Tuesday...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara on Thursday announced state funding he secured to provide enhanced safety and recreational improvements at the Plotter Kill Preserve in Rotterdam, a Schenectady County park that has grown in popularity in recent years....

During Legislative Disabilities Awareness Day in New York State, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara (D-Rotterdam) helped pass a series of bills that aim to build on his push to better the quality of life for people with disabilities. “As the father...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s proposal to create a Farm Investment Fund to support family farms has passed the Assembly (A.2417-C). “Farming is an important part of our region’s economy and I’m committed to strengthening and promoting...

FROM LEFT: New York State Commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Mathew Tully, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, and miSci Executive Director Mac Sudduth take the podium Friday at the Schenectady museum to unveil a Purple Heart parking space...

“Today is a historic day for New York State, and it’s a day our Mixed Martial Arts athletes and fans have been looking forward to for a long time.” "For too many years, our Mixed Martial Arts fighters have had to leave the state to compete professionally,...

Efforts to advance the conversation on autism issues and strengthen support for a legislative plan to unlock the potential of thousands of New Yorkers have led to a new day in New York State. Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara hosted the first Autism...

“Students deserve degrees, not crushing debt, and that’s why it was so important that the 2016-17 state budget put a stop to tuition hikes at our SUNY schools for the coming academic year.” “With the freeze on tuition hikes, we also secured...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, D-Rotterdam, announced that this year’s state budget agreement provides a significant increase in education aid and puts an end to the Gap Elimination Adjustment, giving immediate relief to school districts across Upstate...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, D-Rotterdam, announced the 2016-17 state budget invests in our roads and infrastructure – making a commitment to help families and businesses who rely on our state’s roads and bridges while also recognizing the need...

“It is with great excitement and pride that I can announce today’s passage of legalizing professional Mixed Martial Arts in New York State. We worked to gain support over the years, and today’s victory for the sport’s fans and athletes was hard-earned...

Legislation that strengthens pensions for New York’s veterans is included in the Assembly’s one-house budget, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, D-Rotterdam, announced. The Veterans Equality Act would allow all public sector workers who were honorably...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, D-Rotterdam, said Tuesday that a vote on legalizing Mixed Martial Arts could finally be coming to the Assembly floor as early as Monday of next week. “I urge my colleagues to support the bill that would finally make...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, D-Rotterdam, announced that he is continuing his advocacy for economic growth in Upstate New York by sponsoring the Upstate Reinvestment Tax Credit that is included in this year’s Assembly budget proposal. “Upstate...

“Students deserve degrees, not crushing debt and I continue to stand against any SUNY tuition increases. I’m committed to helping our students gain access to higher education and am happy to deliver a freeze on tuition hikes in this year’s Assembly...