Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, a longtime advocate for people with disabilities and Chair of the Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, will host the 45th Annual Legislative Disability Awareness Day on Thursday, May 8th at the State Capitol....

In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara invites the community and media to attend World Autism Month: A Community Conversation – an evening dedicated to promoting understanding, inclusion, and support for individuals...

“As the father of a 23-year-old son with autism, I’ve seen firsthand not only the challenges – but also the incredible strengths and achievements – of individuals on the spectrum. My son Michael cooks, paints, swims, participates in community...

Get ready for a slam dunk of inclusion! As part of Autism Acceptance Month, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara is teaming up with the NY Phoenix to host Autism Acceptance Night—a one-of-a-kind sensory-friendly basketball experience for individuals with...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, alongside Schenectady County officials, today released an engineering report [LINK TO PDF] on the status of the Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) building in Schenectady. The report was prepared by C2 Design Group...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara and Senator Joseph Griffo have introduced legislation (S1581) to change the way New York nominates candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor – by requiring them to run as a unified ticket in primary elections, rather...

April is Autism Acceptance Month and Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara invites the local community affected by autism for Autism Acceptance Day at Via Aquarium. This special event promises to be a unique and sensory-friendly experience for individuals and...

As part of the annual Autism Action Day at the New York State Capitol, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, Chair of the Assembly’s Committee on People with Disabilities, presented the 2025 New York State Autism Action Award to the Museum of Innovation...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, Chair of the New York State Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, will host 2025 Autism Action Day at the Legislative Office Building on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in recognition of World Autism Day. This annual...

Geneseo, NY – As Chair of the New York State Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara had the distinct honor of presenting Dr. Temple Grandin with a New York State Assembly Citation during her recent talk at SUNY...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, Senator James Skoufis, and Senator Patricia Fahy joined Division of Military and Naval Affairs (DMNA) firefighters from Stratton Air National Guard Base to call on the inclusion of a 25-year retirement plan in the enacted...

Firefighters who protect New York’s military bases risk their lives every day – but unlike other firefighters in the state, they don’t receive the same pay or health benefits when injured in the line of duty. Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara and...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara has introduced legislation to establish a New York State Restaurant Sales Tax Holiday, a statewide initiative aimed at encouraging more people to dine out during traditionally slow months for restaurants. The bill proposes...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara will be joined by officers and their K9 partners from the Schenectady County Sheriff's Office, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, the Schenectady City Police Department, and the New York State Police to recognize K9...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara’s 2025 Student Cabinet will meet for the first time in Schenectady to engage in hands-on policymaking discussions about school funding and budget priorities. With the Foundation Aid formula currently under review for...

Airports across New York State are experiencing a critical shortage of air traffic controllers, leading to increased delays, flight disruptions, and rising concerns over safety. Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, long-standing member for the NYS Legislature’s...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara, newly appointed Chair of the New York State Assembly Committee on People with Disabilities, will join New York Disability Advocates (NYDA) for a rally on February 25, 2025, at the New York State Capitol. The rally, scheduled...

In response to growing concerns about disruptions and delays in healthcare benefits for 9/11 first responders and survivors, New York State Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara has introduced the 9/11 First Responders Emergency Healthcare Access Act. This...

Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara announced he will be hosting a Valentines for Vets event at two local elementary schools Monday. For more than 12 years, this program has provided students with an opportunity to show gratitude and appreciation to veterans...