Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) and Erie County Legislator Tim Meyers (D-Cheektowaga) announced that they have secured $650,000 in state and county funding for the Cheektowaga Police Department to complete its new training facility...

Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) recently honored several local women whose public service and support for the community earned them the title of Women of Distinction. The honorees were nominated by fellow community members during March, in...

Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) announced that she has secured $500,000 in state funding to establish a family grief center in Western New York.The center, which will be created under P.U.N.T. Pediatric Cancer Collaborative’s Ultimate...

Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) recently joined members of the Legislature in welcoming Consul General of the Republic of Poland, Adrian Kubicki, to the New York State Capitol for an event recognizing October 2024 as Polish American Heritage...

Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) announced that she has secured $10,000 in state funding to support Danceability, Inc., a nonprofit that serves people with special needs, in its mission to give children of every ability the chance to...

“If there is one thing all New Yorkers agree on, it is the need to maintain safe and stable infrastructure. With this spending plan, I helped deliver billions in state funds to repair our roads and bridges and support local governments. Every dollar...

“Protecting public safety is a top priority, and I’m pleased to announce that the state budget arms local law enforcement with additional tools to keep our community safe.In recent years, we’ve seen a drop in violent crime, particularly gun violence.Unfortunately,...

“I strongly oppose spending $2.4 billion in state dollars to address the migrant crisis in New York City. I opposed this funding throughout the budget process, and I voted against this funding in the final budget. “Immigration is a federal issue...

“Quality public education is essential to our families, our economy, and our future. With this budget, we are demonstrating how deeply we value our public schools and teachers.I’m proud to have joined my colleagues in advocating for and passing a...

Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) announced the Lancaster Police Department has received body-worn cameras for every officer thanks to $96,000 in state funding that she helped secure. Assemblymember Wallace advocated for and helped pass...

In recognition of National Term Limits Day, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) is calling for passage of legislation (A1407A) she is sponsoring to enact term limits on members of the New York State Assembly and Senate, as well as statewide elected...

Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) is championing several bills to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in residential and public spaces following an incident at a Cheektowaga ice rink that caused hundreds to experience symptoms of carbon monoxide...

“The attack on the two NYC police officers last Saturday evening and the reported release of the individuals, described as migrants, was wrong. Based on the video reported in the media, the District Attorney and Judge had the authority under existing...

“For too long, FEMA rules have shortchanged Buffalo and other snowy cities by making it extremely difficult to receive federal assistance for snow removal. These unfair rules end up burdening local taxpayers with the cost of disaster recovery, while...

“Governor Hochul has set forth an ambitious plan to address the issues that are most pressing to New Yorkers. At a time when many New Yorkers are struggling to make ends meet, the Governor’s plan will help families burdened with medical costs by limiting...

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Assemblymember Monica Wallace recently visited the Lt. Col. Matt Urban VFW Post 7275 in Lancaster to announce $29,550 in state funding from the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program to build a new patio deck on the rear of the property. Assemblymember...

Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace recognized Fire Prevention Week by announcing new equipment for the U-Crest Fire Department in Cheektowaga, including an automated CPR device, a Jaws of Life tool, and new radios. The equipment was purchased thanks...

“I applaud New York State Education Commissioner Rosa for her decision to ban the use of facial recognition technology in schools statewide. This was the right decision and in the best interests of students in New York. The Commissioner’s decision...

Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) announced that she has secured $20,000 for WNY Heroes, Inc. to support programs that benefit female veterans. The funding will be used to provide free services and programs for women service members,...