Press Releases

Assemblymember Wallace: Those Who Withheld Information from the Public Must be Held Accountable

“I was not on the call referenced in the media this week where a top aide to the Governor is alleged to have stated that she intentionally withheld data on the deaths of nursing home residents. I first learned of those allegations from media reports...

Assembly Passes Legislation to Support Small Businesses Struggling amid COVID Crisis

Today, members of the Western New York Assembly delegation announced the passage of a package of bills to provide relief to small businesses that are struggling due to the COVID crisis, including relief from increases in unemployment insurance costs and...

Assemblymember Wallace Announces Appointment to Assembly Leadership Position, New Committee Assignments

Today, Assemblymember Monica P. Wallace (D-Lancaster) announced that she had been named the Vice Chair of Majority Steering for the 2021 Legislative Session. The Assembly Steering Committee addresses bills that have significant statewide policy implications....

Assemblymember Wallace: Governor Must Lift Erie County Orange Zone or Explain Reasoning for Restrictions

Today, Assemblymember Monica P. Wallace (D-Lancaster) called on Governor Cuomo to remove the orange zone restrictions in Erie County in light of data showing COVID-19 positive test rates are much higher in surrounding counties and throughout most of Upstate...

Assemblymember Wallace: Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium will Prevent Thousands of New Yorkers from Losing Housing Due to COVID-19

“With the pandemic surging and months remaining before the vaccine distribution reaches critical mass, we are facing a growing risk of an eviction and foreclosure crisis. The COVID-19 Emergency Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Act will help prevent...

Wallace, Kaminsky Bill to Require Judges to Explain Reason for Recusal Signed into Law

Albany, New York – Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) and Senator Todd Kaminsky (D-Hempstead) announced that legislation they had sponsored requiring judges to provide a rationale for recusing themselves from a case (S.8831/A.9542) was...

Assemblymember Wallace and Senator Kavanagh: Landmark Moratorium on Facial Recognition Technology in Schools Signed into Law

Albany, NY – Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) and Senator Brian Kavanagh (D-Manhattan and Brooklyn) announced today that their legislation (A.6787D/S5140B/) to pause use of facial recognition technology in schools pending further study has...

Assemblymember Wallace: There’s No Justice in President Trump Pardoning Disgraced Political Ally Chris Collins

“I am deeply disgusted, though not surprised, that President Trump has yet again chosen to abuse his authority by granting a presidential pardon to another disgraced political ally. This time, former Congressman Chris Collins is among those benefitting...

Assemblymember Wallace: Keep Small Retailers Open During Holiday Season

“Sadly, the warnings given by public health officials over the past few months have come to pass.  Communities across Western New York and across the nation are seeing significant increases in the number of COVID cases, and officials are struggling...

Assemblymember Monica Wallace and State Senator Tim Kennedy Announce Legislation to Help Municipalities Address Zombie Properties is Now Law

Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) and Senator Tim Kennedy (D-Buffalo) announced Monday that their legislation (A.6976 and S.4190) to help municipalities hold mortgage servicers accountable for maintenance of residential properties in foreclosure...

Assemblymember Wallace Calls on Governor Cuomo to Allow Movie Theaters to Reopen Where COVID Infection Rates are Below 2%

“Movie theaters across the state employ thousands and serve as anchors in shopping malls and small-town business districts, where many small businesses are struggling to remain open due to the challenges of the COVID crisis. It is vital that movie theater...

Assemblymember Wallace on the Loss of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

“I’m saddened by the loss of United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a remarkable jurist and a powerful champion for women everywhere. She was a relentless civil rights litigator in the 1970s, contributing to countless gender discrimination...

Assemblymember Wallace, Joined by Majority Leader Peoples-Stokes and Assemblymember McMahon, Advocate for Release of Federal Funding for Childcare Centers

Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster), Assembly Majority Leader Crystal D. Peoples-Stokes (D-Buffalo), Assemblymember Karen McMahon (D-Amherst/Pendleton), and local parents and childcare advocates urged Governor Andrew Cuomo to release tens...

Assemblymember Wallace Pleased with Reopening Guidance for Bowling Alleys; Urges Additional Guidance for Remaining Closed Businesses

Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) commended Governor Cuomo for heeding calls from herself, fellow lawmakers, and business owners to provide reopening guidance to businesses and industries that remain closed. Today, Governor Cuomo announced...

Assemblymember Wallace Calls for Clarity, Guidance for Businesses That Remain Closed Due to Pandemic

“New York State is leading the nation in its containment of COVID-19, and most regions maintain a positive test rate of about 1 percent, yet many businesses remain closed. Owners of small businesses like movie theaters, spas, and bowling alleys are...

Assemblymember Wallace Calls for Clarity, Guidance for Businesses That Remain Closed Due to Pandemic - Letter

Assemblymember Wallace and Supervisor Benczkowski Announce Opening of New ADA Compliant Swings in Stiglmeier Park

Today, Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) was joined by Town of Cheektowaga Supervisor Diane Benczkowski to announce the opening of two new wheelchair accessible swings and an accessible merry-go-round in Stiglmeier Park. The new amenities, located...

Assemblymember Monica Wallace and State Senator Tim Kennedy Announce Passage of Legislation to Help Municipalities Hold Mortgage Servicers Accountable for Maintenance of Residential Properties in Foreclosure

Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) and state Senator Tim Kennedy (D-Buffalo) announced Wednesday that their legislation (A.6976 and S.4190) to help municipalities hold mortgage servicers accountable for maintenance of residential properties in...

Assemblymember Wallace Applauds Restoration of Trusted Traveler Programs

“I’m glad that the Department of Homeland Security has reversed its decision and allowed New Yorkers to once more access trusted traveler programs, like Nexus. Shortly after the ban was enacted, I introduced legislation (A.10110) that would...

Assemblymember Wallace & State Senator Kavanagh Announce Passage of Bill Requiring Moratorium on Facial Recognition Technology in Schools

Albany, NY – Assemblymember Monica Wallace (D-Lancaster) and state Senator Brian Kavanagh (D-Manhattan and Brooklyn) announced today that their legislation (A.6787D/S5140B) to pause facial recognition technology in schools passed the Legislature....