As a lifelong Western New Yorker, one of the reasons I wanted to run for office was to help make our region a stronger and more viable place to live and do business. That’s why I urged Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb to create a statewide task...

There is nothing more important than public safety. However, this year in Albany a pro-criminal platform moved forward, including measures hidden in the state budget to change the state’s bail code (A.2009-C). Setting bail is an important tool used...

WATCH THE VIDEO: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1r0hl4JyBJz_yX4x2Rd_iEGgCWMaAEVOY As the ranking minority member of the Assembly Election Law Committee, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C,I,Ref-Lockport) appeared before the Public Finance Reform Commission...

As part of October being National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C,I,Ref-Lockport) continued his efforts to stop domestic violence by announcing new legislation he has drafted that would better provide resources to people...

Fire Prevention Week highlights the immeasurable value that our state’s local fire companies bring to our communities. Without the service of these brave men and women, our homes, property and lives would be at great risk not only in the event of...

This year, New Yorkers have been subjected to an onslaught of downstate-driven, progressive measures that have truly exposed how little leaders in Albany think about citizens who live and work outside of New York City. It is a true shame, but it has heightened...

Every day I receive phone calls, emails and see people in person who complain to me about the governor’s new license plate proposal. People are upset because they feel that this is yet another example of the war on upstate and Western New York communities...

As your state Assemblyman, I am very passionate about ensuring public safety. I have worked hard with volunteer fire companies, ambulance services, local officials and law enforcement to help support them so that they can better serve and protect us....

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C,I,Ref-Lockport) was joined by a special guest – Santa Claus -- to hand out the donated toys from his “Christmas in July” Toy Drive today at the John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo. Hundreds of...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C,I,Ref-Lockport) is calling on all the community’s “Secret Santas” for their assistance as the July 19th end date for his “Christmas in July” Toy Drive approaches. Dozens of toys have been donated by...

The need for volunteer firefighters and emergency personnel has never been greater, and I believe it has never been a better time to become a volunteer. Not only does volunteering help the community, but the benefits for the volunteer are great indeed...

There is no question that the 2019 Legislative Session has been the most challenging and offensive session in recent history. However, every day when I’ve walked into our State Capitol I think of the people who sent me here and, on your behalf, I...

WATCH THE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/rHX3dqgFFQM This legislation is another example of downstate’s progressive agenda being out of touch with the realities of upstate, particularly our agriculture industry. Farm workers know that this work is seasonal...

WATCH THE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/dkzCwZh0BGU Being in the United States is a privilege, and having a driver’s license is something that should only be allowed for those who are here legally. This bill to provide driver’s licenses to illegal...

Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C,I,Ref-Lockport) launched his “Christmas in July” Toy Drive today at the John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo. Residents and businesses throughout Western New York are encouraged to participate in the...

As we are heading into the final days of session, I am sorry to report that this year’s session appears to be ending as it began: on the wrong foot, focusing on the wrong priorities. It is discouraging that the Assembly is leaving so many vital public...

https://youtu.be/0kRZWIyaTc4 A member of the Assembly Transportation Committee, Assemblyman Mike Norris (R,C,I,Ref-Lockport) today voted against advancing legislation, known as the “Green Light Bill,” that would allow illegal immigrants to obtain...

Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C-Canandaigua) and members of the Assembly Minority Conference today criticized Majority members on the Assembly Committee on Veterans’ Affairs after they rejected a series of bills that would provide financial...

WATCH THE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/npwKNrJqMJQ Today, I met with Gov. Cuomo and many of our colleagues who represent lakefront communities to discuss the record-breaking water levels that are causing flooding and property damage along Lake Ontario. I am...

Assemblyman Mike Norris visited Newfane and Barker High schools today, to recognize and award two students for their posters, which were submitted for the Assemblyman’s First Annual Memorial Day Poster Contest. The contest was open to all students,...