“The Majority lawmakers one-house budget includes some positive measures, such as the 7.8% increase for Direct Support Professionals, much-needed rate reimbursement increases for UPK and support for a substitute staff pool for child care providers....

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) has been appointed to the Human Services Budget Committee by Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C-Pulaski). In this role, Maher will be a key voice in shaping the state’s budget for critical social services,...

“The MTA’s financial mismanagement is unacceptable. Reports of $800 million lost to fare evasion, $5 billion in unpaid tolls, and falsified inspection records make it clear that this agency is failing taxpayers. Instead of demanding another commuter...

“Over the past several years, we have seen New York continue down the path of being less affordable, less safe and out of touch with what matters most. Today, Gov. Hochul discussed some of her policy initiatives but fell short of recognizing the fact...

“As we begin a new legislative session, I am optimistic about the year ahead and the opportunities we have to make a real difference for the people of New York. My commitment remains steadfast in advocating for the issues that matter most to our state...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) has been appointed by Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay to serve as ranking Minority member of the Assembly Committee on Children & Families. In addition, he has been selected to serve on several influential committees,...

Co-Chairs of the Assembly Minority Conference Task Force on Human Trafficking Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) and Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C-Ballston) brought experts and officials together to discuss the impact of human trafficking in the...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) announced today that State Senator Rob Rolison will carry his bill, known as the “Identify Dangerous Drugs Act,” in the State Senate. This move creates additional momentum for a critical proposal aimed at ensuring...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) and Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C-Ballston) will co-chair a New York State Assembly Minority Task Force on Human Trafficking and Exploitation.The task force will kick off on July 30th in Suffolk County.July 30th...

Chester, NY - Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C -Walden) was approached by a nonprofit organization that assists families who have received a cancer diagnosis. Once Maher met 5-year-old Lilly Fernandez, her sister Jailyn, and her parents Heydi and Harry, he...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) announced that legislation establishing the Steve Nicoli Memorial Highway passed in both the Senate and the Assembly. Steve Nicoli lived a life of public service and dedication to his community and country. As an Army...

In response to the ongoing opioid crisis and the tragedy of Paige Gibbons, a 19-year-old college freshman from New York who died of a fentanyl overdose after taking just one pill, Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) urges his colleagues to take action...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) proudly signed on to proposed bill (A.6032) aiming to amend the Public Health Law regarding the establishment, incorporation, or increase of the capacity of for-profit hospices in New York. Working with nonprofit...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) and members of the New York State Legislature celebrated a bipartisan victory in successfully opposing the administration’s decision to cut addiction services in the fiscal year 2025 budget. According to the Centers...

Assemblyman Brian Maher and Town of Crawford Supervisor Charles E. Carnes held a “Finding Hope” roundtable discussion on Thursday, May 9 in Pine Bush on the overdose crisis facing communities throughout the Hudson Valley and the state. They were joined...

“Our 2024-25 New York state Budget was delayed by several weeks once again. While every budget has good and bad components, this budget is one I could not support. I was happy to see some items my team and I advocated for make it into the budget, including:...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) participated in a press conference today, National Tax Day, alongside members of the Assembly and Senate Minority Conferences. They emphasized the significance of this day in New York State. Additionally, it was highlighted...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) joined colleagues from across the aisle today calling for the inclusion of the SMOKEOUT Act (A8428) in the 2024-2025 Enacted Budget, which would immediately close all 36,000 illegal smoke shops plaguing New York state....

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) joined colleagues across the aisle and advocates from New York’s Cannabis Industry in support of a proposal A9520, which would revoke licenses to sell cigarettes, tobacco products, alcohol and lottery tickets for...

Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) introduced Luke Satriano, who is a back-to-back New York state wrestling champion. He is currently an honor roll student at Valley Central High School where he simultaneously reigns as an undefeated three-time Section...