Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th District) is encouraging New Yorkers to add their names to his repeal bail reform petition. Public pressure has grown in recent days amid numerous tragedies throughout the state due to the new bail reform law that took effect...

“It is time that common sense be introduced to the halls of our state Capitol in Albany. It is no surprise that after decades of skyrocketing taxes and crushing regulations- our state faces a $6 billion budget shortfall. “Luckily, there is...

Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th District) continued his effort to repeal the dangerous bail reform laws that took effect January 1 of this year. Smith attended a press conference with his Minority colleagues, law enforcement officials and the victims of this...

Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th Assembly District) attended the Lakeland Fire Department’s annual installation dinner over the weekend. “It was fantastic to be a part of this great event recognizing the selflessness, service and sacrifice made by...

It is time for New York to put law-abiding citizens first and protect our communities by repealing the dangerous bail reform law. Despite only being enacted on January 1, 2020, this law is already creating chaos throughout New York. Here are the highlights:...

Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th District) was honored to welcome George and Debbie Stondell to the Capitol as his guests for the State of the State address. “I am thrilled that George and Debbie made the trip up to Albany to join me today,” Smith...

Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th District) was pleased to meet with Stony Brook University Interim President Dr. Michael Bernstein on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Smith, who serves as the Ranking Member on the Assembly Committee on Higher Education, is appreciative...

Recently, Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th District) was privileged to take part in the Tenth Annual “Polar Plunge: Freezin’ for a Reason,” hosted by the Special Olympics of New York in Brookhaven to raise money for the organization. Smith’s...

The New York Legislature voted on a bill that would allow the release of President Trump’s state tax returns, potentially opening the door for Congress to obtain tax records for any New York resident that lawmakers may want to investigate. Assemblyman...

During Tuesday’s Higher Education Committee meeting, the Assembly Majority blocked bill A02991 from moving to the Assembly floor for a full vote. The bill, presented by the Assembly Minority, would have provided free tuition expenses at a SUNY or...

Following a 23-hour debate on the floor of the New York State Assembly on the $175.5 billion 2019-20 State Budget, Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th Assembly District) issued this statement: “The people of our great state deserve better than a government...

“After learning of the proposed $5.7 billion in tax hikes over the next two years in this year’s Assembly one-house budget resolution, it has become clear to me that our leadership failed to address the key issues that continue to drive New...

Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th Assembly District) attended a rally today calling for an increase in state aid for the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS), which is used for the maintenance of local roads and bridges. With budget...

“The Assembly Minority Conference unveiled our “Budget Blueprint for a Better NY,” prioritizing common-sense policies to better support the taxpayers of New York. My main priorities will be keeping the middle-class tax cuts on track, providing...

“Today, Amazon turned its back on New York and we only have our governor to blame. Our governor continues to advertise that New York is open for business, but our business climate has become so unattractive to new business and hostile to existing...

Today, Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th Assembly District) joined Assemblywoman Melissa “Missy” Miller (R,C, I-Atlantic Beach) at a press conference where she addressed Gov. Cuomo’s proposed $75 million cut to the Consumer Directed Personal...

Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th District) announced today that his office is hosting a Pet Food Drive in partnership with The Harry Chapin Food Bank, operated by Long Island Cares. The drive brings together neighbors, friends and families to gather pet food...

*Video: https://youtu.be/V0uZH_C1JGQ* Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th Assembly District) is calling on Governor Andrew Cuomo and New York State Commissioner of Education MaryEllen Elia, to release over $1.2 billion for the Smart Schools Bond Act. Smith recently...

After Gov. Cuomo revealed that counties or cities with over 100,000 residents can opt out of selling marijuana within its boundaries, Assemblyman Doug Smith (5th Assembly District) has begun to speak with local government officials to discuss a ban on...

“In 2014 voters approved $2 billion towards the Smart Schools Bond Act. These funds would cover critical technology infrastructure, school security improvements and improved education to ensure a better and safer future for students throughout the...