Press Releases

Jensen Co-Hosts Successful Make A Difference Days Event

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Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) was proud to join Hilton Central School District, Hilton-Parma Parks and Recreation, Wegmans and various community partners to team up and co-host this year’s Make a Difference Days. Make a Difference Days is an...

Jensen: New York Is Failing Our Healthcare Heroes

“Across our state, hospitals, nursing homes and healthcare systems are grappling with a crisis that was entirely out of their control. Gov. Kathy Hochul’s failure to compromise on her unilateral vaccine mandate is causing tremendous uncertainty when...

Jensen Hosts Successful Fall Shredding Event

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 Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) hosted a free fall shredding event with the Village of Spencerport, Town of Ogden and Shred-Text. “Today’s event offered neighbors in Ogden and Spencerport the opportunity to safely and securely shred confidential...

Jensen: New York On Verge of a Care Crisis

With the state-ordered vaccine mandate date of September 27 only days away, communities across New York are on the verge of a healthcare crisis, especially for those in need of long-term care. Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) is calling on Gov....

Jensen: Politics As Usual In Albany

“In typical Albany fashion, if something is broken, don’t fix it. “With today’s expected extension of the eviction moratorium, rather than passing legislation that will actually help people, we will have extended a program that has been a failure...

Jensen: On to the Next Chapter

“As Andrew Cuomo has officially resigned as governor, it’s time for New Yorkers to turn to the next chapter. With Kathy Hochul now in the governor’s office, we can once again focus on governing; addressing out of control spending and taxation, restoring...

Jensen on Cuomo’s Resignation

“With Gov. Cuomo’s impending resignation, our state can turn the page and finally have a leader who isn’t plagued with never-ending scandals. “However, the governor’s resignation announcement is not the final chapter. He still needs to be held...

Jensen on Updated DOH Guidance for Schools

 “Local school leaders know their students, school environment and communities’ best —not Albany officials. We must trust parents, not the state’s executive branch, as they have their children’s interests in mind. Today’s announcement is...

Jensen: Justice Is Served

“With Attorney General Tish James announcing the completion of her fair and transparent investigation into the sexual harassment and hostile workplace allegations against Gov. Cuomo, it is clear that his actions are plainly, and without a doubt, unacceptable....

Jensen: Giving the Governor Unilateral Power Is Not the Solution to Gun Violence Crisis

“Today’s announcement of a declaration of a first-in-nation gun violence state of emergency shows the failure of New York’s priorities. Gun violence is out of control, in our community and across our state, and while ending the violence on our streets...

Jensen Reflects on First Legislative Session

“I ran for the state Assembly to make a real difference – and through my work in Albany, I was able to deliver real results to our community through many common-sense bills, while standing up against issues of government irresponsibility,” said...

Jensen: Stop Masking Our Kids

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) joined members of the Assembly Minority Conference at a press conference today to introduce a new bill that would prohibit state agencies from mandating mask requirements for children under 18-years-old in schools...

Jensen: Now Is the Time to Restore Local Authority

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) joined members of the Assembly and Senate Minority Conferences at a press conference today to introduce a resolution in both houses to remove the declared state of emergency for New York. As our state continues to...

Jensen Stands With Victims Of Crime

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) joined members of the Assembly Minority Conference to introduce a package of anti-crime bills to “Restore Order” to New York state following a surge of violence. Jensen’s bill, which would make it a Class B...

Jensen: Mask Mandate for Children Is Absurd

“The new mask mandate for kids over 2 years old just isn’t feasible. Over the weekend, I received multiple calls from concerned parents and childcare providers who are in a nightmare trying to figure out how to implement this outrageous policy.“Adults...

Jensen and Ortt: Protecting Residents and Communities Along the Erie Canal

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Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) and Senate Minority Leader Rob Ortt held a joint press conference on Tuesday, May 18 in Spencerport, NY to introduce a bill that would require the NYS Canal Corporation to notify local governments when they plan...

Jensen Swears in New President

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Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) attended and swore in new President Ken Preston at the 2021 Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York (AFDSNY) Annual Meeting on May 7.Ken is a 55-year member of the North Greece Fire District, where...

Jensen Objects To Extension Of Eviction Moratorium

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) joined the Assembly Minority Conference’s Zoom press conference objecting to a bill introduced by the Majority to extend the eviction moratorium. The eviction moratorium is set to expire May 1; however, the Majority’s...

Jensen: Allow Fire Department Carnivals to Reopen

Today, Gov. Cuomo released new guidance that allows the New York State Fair to safely reopen this summer. Although this is great news, communities across the state are left wondering if their local fire department carnivals will be allowed to resume as...

Jensen: Our Veterans Deserve Better

“After a $212 billion state budget that raises the cost of living on all New Yorkers and having over one million residents leave our state in the last ten years, it’s extremely disappointing to see Assembly Majority turn their backs on our veterans...