“I was encouraged to see affordable energy acknowledged in the State of the State, but I would have liked to see some of the proposals I’ve been raising this year reflected in that agenda. If we’re serious about lowering utility bills, the State...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will join the Alliance for a Hunger Free New York, members of the Schenectady County Food Council, and frontline food providers from across the State during the 34th Annual People’s State of the State Rally.Speakers will...

As winter heating bills surge across upstate New York, Assemblymember Angelo Santabarbara is calling for an independent investigation by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli into electric and gas delivery charges imposed by investor-owned utilities, including...

As holiday mail volume increases and financially vulnerable residents face heightened pressure, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara has introduced legislation to ban the mailing of deceptive check-like solicitations – mail pieces intentionally designed...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is launching this year’s Student Cabinet program, bringing together high school students from across the 111th District to examine how changing education funding conditions – including uncertainty around future federal...

This announcement follows Assemblyman Santabarbara’s presentation of a ceremonial check during ESYO’s season-opening concert this past weekend. Today’s groundbreaking event marks the official launch of construction on the eight-acre campus – the...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara today announced new legislation that would allow New Yorkers to order certain routine blood tests directly from a licensed clinical laboratory without needing a doctor’s referral. Supporters say the change would remove...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will join Concerned for the Hungry volunteers to pack thousands of Thanksgiving food baskets for families in need. Assemblyman Santabarbara participates in this annual event with his family and will be available for media...

New York’s disability service system is facing a growing workforce crisis, with rising costs, staff shortages, and waitlists affecting families across the state. Today, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara – Chair of the Assembly Disabilities Committee...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara today announced that legislation he co-sponsored (A029) designating New York State as a Purple Heart State has been signed into law. This new law officially recognizes and honors the courage and sacrifice of service members...

“As this long-awaited trial begins here in Schenectady, my thoughts are with the more than 1,100 former St. Clare’s Hospital employees who have waited years for accountability and justice. These are nurses, caregivers, maintenance workers, and staff...

As housing costs rise and service needs evolve across New York, the State Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities will hold a public hearing to explore new solutions for improving access to safe, supportive housing for individuals with intellectual...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced today that his bill (A07669) to establish a School Speed Zone Camera Demonstration Program in the City of Schenectady has been signed into law.The legislation creates a pilot program allowing the City of Schenectady...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will present a ceremonial check for $3 million in state funding to the Empire State Youth Orchestra (ESYO) during their 2025–26 season-opening performance, Ignition: Rising Through Sound, at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady....

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is renewing his call for legislative oversight of utility rate increases after National Grid officials failed to provide direct answers during this week’s Assembly Energy Committee hearing. Assemblyman Santabarbara questioned...

Each year, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara – himself a licensed professional engineer – tours local manufacturing facilities to recognize the critical role these companies play in strengthening New York’s workforce, promoting innovation, and expanding...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced new legislation (A8719) to expand the Blue Envelope Program statewide, creating safer, more inclusive interactions between law enforcement and drivers with autism and other disabilities. The Blue Envelope Program...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will be volunteering and helping distribute food today at the 9th Annual “Beech-Nut Gives Back” drive-thru food distribution event. The community initiative will provide 1,000 boxes of fresh and shelf-stable pantry...

“As Chair of the New York State Assembly’s Committee on People with Disabilities and as a father of a son with autism, I know how important it is for families to have access to information rooted in trusted science. Today’s federal announcement...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara and Senator Jim Tedisco are again working together across party lines for common sense legislation to get things done for the people they represent. On Tuesday, September 23rd at the Saratoga County Public Safety Building,...