Press Releases

Hawley To Host January Office Hours

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) is holding office hours for Monroe and Genesee county residents starting this Friday. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff. The 139th Assembly District, represented by Hawley, includes portions...

Hawley Wishes New Yorkers A Happy And Safe New Year

“On behalf of my office and the New York State Assembly, I would like to wish my constituents and all New Yorkers a happy and safe New Year’s holiday. This holiday is distinct from others in that we have a chance to start over and rebrand our lives...

Hawley Wishes Constituents Happy Holidays, Encourages Help For Needy Families

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today wished his constituents and all New Yorkers happy holidays as we approach the Christmas and New Year’s season. Hawley also encouraged residents to consider taking advantage of the many programs and charitable...

Upstate Infrastructure Matters Too: Hawley Raises Concerns About Lake Ontario Parkway And Canal Bridges

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Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) spoke at a press conference Thursday in Canandaigua calling on Gov. Cuomo to more equitably fund the Western New York infrastructure, specifically the Lake Ontario Parkway and the plethora of Erie Canal lift bridges...

Hawley To Host Next Round Of December Office Hours

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) is holding office hours for Monroe and Genesee county residents starting this Friday. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff. The 139th Assembly District, represented by Hawley, includes portions...

Mueller Quaker Dairy Closing, But Upstate Revitalization Initiative Means Bright Future Ahead

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today commented on the apparent closing of the Mueller Quaker Dairy Plant in Batavia as well as economic development opportunities ahead as a result of the Finger Lakes Region winning the Upstate Revitalization...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley To Tour Graham Manufacturing

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) will tour Graham Manufacturing, a local business that engineers vacuum and heat transfer equipment for process industries and energy markets worldwide. The equipment provided by Graham helps other companies create...

Local Roads Matter: Inadequate Funding for Infrastructure Will Have Devastating Effects on New Yorkers

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Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua), Assemblyman Robert C. Oaks (R,C-Macedon), Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia), Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning), Assemblyman Peter Lawrence (R,C,I-Greece) and local leaders called...

Finger Lakes Region Winner Of $500 Million Upstate Revitalization Initiative

“I am extremely excited and proud to announce that the Finger Lakes region was a winner of the Upstate Revitalization Initiative. Economic Development is extremely important in New York State and our potential for job growth, innovation and expansion...

Hawley Agrees With Several County Sheriffs: Protect Yourself Daily

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today issued a statement in response to several county sheriffs across New York State who are urging legal pistol permit holders to carry their weapons for protection on a daily basis. “As an unwavering...

Assemblyman Steve Hawley To Attend Press Conference Calling For Local Funding Of Roads, Bridges

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) will attend a press conference on Thursday, December 10 at 2:30 p.m. in Canandaigua. The event is being held by Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua) and will focus on increased funding for...

Hawley: Brockport Cemetery Nominated For State Register Of Historic Places

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that the Brockport Cemetery, also known as the High Street Cemetery, has been nominated for the New York State Register of Historic Places. The burial ground was established in 1829 and was the...

Conviction Of Silver Turning Point In Albany, Assembly Minority Ethics Reforms Waiting On Deck

“The conviction of former Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver on all seven counts yesterday signals a shift in the way business is done in Albany. Corruption and quid pro quos have been an unfortunate reality of New York’s culture for decades, and Silver’s...

Hawley Announces Genesee County Town Hall Meetings

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the locations and times of his Genesee County Town Hall meetings on Saturday, December 5. “I am excited about the opportunity to listen to the questions and concerns of my constituents...

Hawley: Let’s Make Thanksgiving a Special Time for Every Family

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today issued comments on the Thanksgiving holiday and reiterated his support for organizations that help less-fortunate families cope with hunger and homelessness during this time of year. Hawley expressed concern...

Hawley: Local Issues Require Local Input, Voice Your Opinion on the Lighthouse Wind Project

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today urged constituents to voice their opinions on the Lighthouse Wind, LLC project, which recently opened a public comment period that began November 18. “The Lighthouse Wind, LLC project has the potential...

Hawley: Dangerous Illegal Immigrants Should Not Be Given a Free Pass

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced that he has signed on as co-sponsor of the NY Cares Act-Sanctuary City Bill, legislation to strictly enforce federal immigration laws and prevent dangerous illegal immigrants from seeking sanctuary...

Hawley Announces November Mobile Office Hours

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) today announced the next round of his November mobile office hours. The office hours will be attended by Hawley’s staff members. To schedule an appointment, please contact his office at hawleys@assembly.state.ny.us...

Hawley Calls on Cuomo to Increase Screening, Close Borders For Syrian Refugees Entering New York

In light of last weekend’s horrific terrorist attacks across Europe, Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) has called on Gov. Cuomo to increase New York’s screening process for allowing Syrian refugees into the state. Hawley expressed the urgency...

Hawley: Public Sector Minimum Wage Increase Puts $20 Million Burden on NY Taxpayers

“Gov. Cuomo’s decision to increase the state employee minimum wage to $15 per hour is misguided and wrong for New York. The minimum wage was never meant to be a living wage, and by raising it over 50 percent, we are essentially killing the motivation...