The legislature is finishing up session, but if you’ve missed any of the news in recent months, be sure to read my 2018 Spring Budget Newsletter highlighting what made it into this year’s budget (and what didn’t!). Save the Date: Run, Bike,...

Temperatures are finally warming up, and the Assembly is engaged in a number of legislative initiatives including the passage of important environmental legislation as well as legislation to protect crime victims. Below is more on these bills as well...

This Sunday marked the celebration of Earth Day at a time when we need to accelerate action now more than ever to fight climate change! The states must lead as the federal government is going backward on protecting the environment. That said, the threat...

The budget is an expansive piece of legislation, which is always a product of negotiation and compromise. Some important proposals were not addressed in this year’s budget, which I am hopeful will be dealt with by the close of the year’s legislative...

After a long budget season, I’m proud that we have passed an on-time spending plan that invests in New York’s future. Some highlights from the budget will be included in this and upcoming week’s newsletters: State Budget Updates. K-12 and...

I’m pleased to report that late last week; the legislature passed an on-time budget. While every state budget has serious tradeoffs, this is a solid, forward-looking spending plan that invests in New York’s future: State Budget Passes. See the...

On Monday the Assembly released their one-house budget resolution in response to the Governor's proposed executive budget. Assembly Releases One-House Budget Resolution. The Assembly one-house budget proposal would make significant tax reforms to...

This week saw quite a bit of legislative action as we continue to work tirelessly on the budget. One of my top priorities this session is working to reduce carbon emissions in New York; in that vein, I’m working on legislation to promote the use of...

I voted this week in favor of needed legislation to increase transparency in elections in New York. The bill requires that all political communications, including internet and digital, disclose the organization or individual paying for the communication: Democracy...

The legislature is away from Albany this week, but work on the budget and other pressing issues facing New York has continued on at full speed. Op-Ed on Wadsworth Health Lab Consolidation in Albany. I have an op-ed in the Times Union this week highlighting...

Friend, This week saw yet another horrific mass shooting at a high school in Parkland, Florida. I share the outrage and the sadness of the seemingly endless cycle of episodes of mass violence, especially when the victims are so young and innocent....

This was another busy budget and legislative week in the state legislature. Primary Date Change. This week the Assembly passed a bill to change this year’s primary day from September 11th to Thursday, September 13th! Aside from the sensitivity to...

February kicks off Black History Month, a time to celebrate contributions of Black Americans to our history, culture and scientific progress. At a time of increased divisiveness in our country, this is a good reminder to celebrate our diversity! Update...

Thanks to all who stopped by my open house this Friday! This is one of my favorite events of the year and I was so pleased to have more than 100 people from all corners of the 109th district stop by to see the terrific work by local artists Theresa Swidorski,...

Legislative session is back in full swing this week with the release of the Governor’s proposed budget and joint budget hearings kicking off next week – this will be the most fiscally challenging year since I entered the Assembly over 5 years ago! Fahy...

This weekend celebrates the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and holds a particular resonance as we mark the 50th anniversary of his death. Dr. King’s life and legacy serve as an enduring reminder of the importance in confronting injustice...

Wrapping up the first week of 2018’s legislative session, we’re heading into a fiscally challenging year though remind me that challenges - particularly the continued cuts from Washington - also bring opportunities for creativity. Stay warm this weekend...

Happy Holidays! This has been a whirlwind year – and a rather tumultuous one politically, so I look forward to a more civil and peaceful New Year. My Bill to Keep Net Neutrality Principles in NYS. On Tuesday, I introduced legislation protecting...

Legislative work is intensifying as we get closer to the start of the legislative session in the New Year A number of Assembly budget and oversight hearings were underway this past week. Also, news at the federal level continues to get worse – on the...

Friend – This week brought more troubling financial news for the Capital Region from Washington, as the U.S. Senate moves closer to passing the GOP Tax Bill. The economy and location of our region mean that there are few places in the nation that...