As a member of both the Assembly Committee on Cities and the Assembly Committee on Local Governments, Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,TCN-Deerpark) participated in a hearing Tuesday in Albany on ways to consolidate services and cut property taxes. Brabenec...

“While Gov. Cuomo continues to talk about how difficult this budget season will be in light of the projected $4 billion deficit, the solution starts with taking a look in the mirror. “While I do agree we need to fully fund our schools, invest...

With the new year comes many new challenges, and more importantly, new questions on how to spend your, the taxpayer’s, money. Gov. Cuomo’s State of the State address last week included much of the same tax-and-spend policies that have driven...

“It was very troubling to hear of the accusations against Assemblywoman Harris. Unfortunately, it is a constant reminder of the necessary steps that need to be taken to reform our ethics laws in Albany. We need to pass the Public Officers Accountability...

“It has become increasingly clear as the months roll on that Gov. Cuomo is using the office of the governor to run for the office of the president. “His list of proposals is more of the same circus we are accustomed to seeing, posturing of empty...

“I am humbled to accept an induction into the New York State Farm Bureau’s 2017 Circle of Friends. New York’s agriculture is renowned all around the nation, and that is a testament to the devoted men and women who work the Hudson Valley soil to...

“The holidays are a special time of year when we come together with our closest family and friends to exchange gifts and reflect on the challenges and triumphs of the past 12 months. It is a treasured time of relaxation amidst the culmination of previous...

Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,TCN-Deerpark) is reminding pistol permit holders that the deadline to recertify their pistol permits is January 31, 2018 per new state regulations. If your pistol permit was issued before January 15, 2013, you must recertify...

“While fostering economic growth is always something I try to encourage, the governor’s narcissistic dog and pony show needs to stop. “The governor must’ve forgotten that this is taxpayer money while he stands up there like Bob Barker taking...

Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,TCN-Deerpark) announced today that he will be hosting a meet n’ greet toy drive at his district office in Florida, NY on Monday, December 11 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Constituents can stop by the district office and present...

“Today we recognize the more than 2,000 courageous men and women who lost their lives defending our democracy and freedom during the cowardly attack on the U.S. Naval Base in Pearl Harbor 76 years ago. It is days like this that we should pause and reflect...

Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,TCN-Deerpark) recently joined members of the Orange County Office for the Aging in Port Jervis to deliver Meals on Wheels to local seniors. The Orange County Senior Dining Program provides nutritious meals to eligible individuals...

“As we gear up for the busy holiday shopping season, which kicks off with Black Friday this week, I would like to encourage everyone to consider shopping at some of our tremendous small businesses this Saturday. Small businesses are the backbone of...

As we approach Thanksgiving and the subsequent holiday season, Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,TCN-Deerpark) is wishing all of his constituents in Orange and Rockland counties and New Yorkers around the state a very safe and enjoyable turkey day. Brabenec...

“This shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone who has lived in this state for more than a few years. New York has a tax and spend problem far beyond the situation in other states, and to make that worse state leaders continually drive out businesses...

“I have long advocated that separation of the residents of Kiryas Joel into a new town was a solution that should be explored and I am glad that the leaders on both sides of the issue sat down and have come to an amicable agreement. The creation of...

I stand shoulder to shoulder with my fellow civil servants both from New York and across the country to address the issue of the opioid epidemic. From the White House to state legislatures, our country is rallying together fight this monster that is killing...

Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,TCN-Deerpark) joined forces Monday with AT&T in Middletown to spread awareness about the dangers of distracted driving. The event was part of AT&T’s “It Can Wait” program, which aims to reduce the drastic incidents...