Co-Chairs Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) and Assemblywoman Mary Beth Walsh (R,C-Ballston) and Hudson Valley regional host Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) brought experts and officials together to discuss the impact of human trafficking in...

“As we reflect on the horrific attacks against the Jewish people in Israel on October 7, 2023, and all that has transpired since, here in the United States, we honor the innocent lives lost, fight for the safe return of the hostages, including Americans...

“I am deeply disturbed to hear of an incident at the Islamic Center of Rockland, where a speaker reportedly stated, “Destroy all Zionist Jews.” Religious leaders and speakers, who are entrusted to guide their congregations, must be held to a high...

“As the East Ramapo Central School District (ERCSD) faces financial ruin with a reported $20 million deficit entering the 2024-2025 academic year, State Education Commissioner Betty A. Rosa directed the ERCSD Board last week to raise school taxes by...

“While I am pleased the New York City congestion pricing program will be delayed from its planned June 30 commencement date, this delay is not enough—we must fully rescind this disastrous policy. Congestion pricing will unfairly cost Hudson Valley...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) attended a press conference today hosted by Assemblyman Ed Ra (R-Franklin Square) to call for greater transparency regarding the taxpayer-funded humanitarian assistance for the ongoing migrant crisis in New York...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Pearl River) was joined by members of the Assembly Minority Conference today to address the growing issue of squatting in New York City, and needed changes to state property laws. Landlords and small property owners were...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) attended a press conference today, Feb. 15, 2024, to advocate for additional Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) funding in the state budget, which includes critical infrastructure...

“The start of a new year coincides with the beginning of a new legislative session, and my attention is drawn to battling for the priorities of New Yorkers to protect their safety, ensuring local businesses are thriving and our great state is more...

The recent incidents of violence and antisemitism at Hillcrest High School in Queens demand immediate and steadfast attention. The tepid public statements from NYC Schools Chancellor Banks are simply not enough. New Yorkers deserve swift, significant...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) presented a proclamation to St. Margaret of Antioch School on Friday, November 3, in honor of its 70th anniversary as a beacon of education, faith, and service in Pearl River. St. Margaret of Antioch School has...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) has taken action to address the acts of violence and antisemitism on SUNY and CUNY college campuses. He has joined his colleagues in the Assembly Minority in introducing the “Dismantling Student Antisemitism Act...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) presented the Tappan Free Library with a $20,000 grant as part of the 2023-24 State Budget. This grant is provided directly to school districts or libraries to use for any program or needs that they have to better...

Assemblyman John McGowan’s (R,C-Rockland) bill A.4793, which passed in May, dedicates a portion of the state highway system on State Route 340 between Thorpe Drive and State Route 303 in the town of Orangetown as the “Doc Schelin Memorial Highway.”...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) opposes the proposal on congestion pricing, as nearly all commuters to Manhattan south of 60th St. will face high toll prices, except for the West Side Highway, FDR Drive and a few other locations where it will...

“It is unacceptable that 13 school buildings in the East Ramapo School District lack clean drinking water for students, faculty and staff. I am outraged that the health and safety of our children and teachers are not being prioritized. Millions of dollars...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) passed his first bill (A.4793) dedicating a portion of the state highway system constituting State Route 340 between Thorpe Drive and State Route 303 in the town of Orangetown, county of Rockland, as the “Doc...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) supported a resolution in the Assembly Chamber yesterday, May 9, 2023, proclaiming April 30 - May 6, 2023 as Small Business Week in New York. McGowan currently serves as Ranking Minority Member of the Assembly Small...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) is proud to support the resolution adopted in the Assembly Chamber today that proclaims May 2023 as Haitian Heritage Month in the State of New York. Haitian communities play a prominent role in our state with nearly...

Assemblyman John McGowan (R,C-Rockland) has been appointed to the Health Committee for the New York State Assembly for this legislative session. McGowan also serves on the Children and Families, Education, People with Disabilities, Small Business, and...