Assemblymember Pamela J. Hunter (D-Syracuse) announced that legislation she authored extending the deadline for veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange to file suit against the producers of the herbicide has passed the Assembly (A.8699). Current law...

“There is a problem with our tax system in New York; the gap between high-income earners and middle- and low-income earners continues to grow. There is no sign New York millionaires are fleeing the state; in fact, the number of millionaires has grown...

“No hardworking family should have to live under the threat of financial ruin, but unfortunately, too many workers today risk losing pay or employment for taking time off to care for a sick family member or new child. That’s why I fought to pass paid...

“Today I join my colleagues in the Assembly to help put money back into the pockets of hardworking families and fight against income inequality in New York State. For too long, our tax system has helped the rich get richer with massive tax cuts while...

“The governor laid out several proposals today that fall in line with my priorities this legislative session. Our roads, bridges and water mains are crumbling, especially in Central New York where the city of Syracuse saw 372 water main breaks in 2015....

“Central New York could not have been a better place for Governor Cuomo to announce his Transportation Capital Plan. This $22 billion proposed investment in infrastructure is vital to fix our crumbling roads and bridges. In addition to this investment...

Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter (D-Syracuse) announced she will appoint advisory committees for the city of Syracuse and the towns of DeWitt, Onondaga and Salina. Each committee will be made up of local elected officials and citizens. The committees will...

“Today’s announcement is a big victory for our region. The Upstate Revitalization Initiative (URI) creates unique economic development opportunities that will kickstart our local economy. The $500 million award will create thousands of jobs in new...