“Today’s vote was an admission of reality. For years, many of us warned that the timelines and mandates tied to the CLCPA were disconnected from what our power grid, economy and working families could realistically sustain. Now, Albany is being forced...

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Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C–Sand Lake) today joined Sen. Jake Ashby and Rensselaer County Executive Steve McLaughlin at the Rensselaer County Highway Garage to advocate for a significant increase in funding for the Consolidated Local Street and Highway...

“Today’s rally made one thing clear: Our local governments cannot keep doing more with less. The Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program, known as CHIPS, is not a luxury. It is a lifeline for towns, villages and counties trying to...

When families sit down at the kitchen table to open their monthly bills, too often the energy bill is the one that causes the most anxiety. For many New Yorkers, it’s no longer just another expense—it’s a source of real fear. That reality is what...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) reaffirmed his strong support for New York’s county and youth agricultural fairs, highlighting their critical role in preserving the state’s agricultural heritage, strengthening local economies and providing...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is calling on the State Legislature to fully fund library operating aid and invest $175 million in library construction funding, warning that proposed cuts would hurt communities especially small towns and rural...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is calling on the governor to increase Aid and Incentives for Municipalities (AIM) funding in this year’s state budget, noting that proposed funding levels remain flat for a second consecutive year despite rising...

“The governor budget includes proposals that recognize the real pressures families are facing, and I’m encouraged by investments aimed at making child care more affordable for working parents. Helping moms and dads balance work and family is something...

After years of bipartisan advocacy, Capital Region lawmakers Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake), Sen. Jake Ashby (R,C-Castleton), and Assemblymember John T. McDonald III, RPh (D-Cohoes) are pleased to announce that the governor has signed their...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) proudly joined fellow lawmakers, veterans and community members today at the capital to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans. As part of this important day of remembrance and gratitude,...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett today called on Gov. Hochul to postpone the transition of the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) to Public Partnerships LLC (PPL) until July 1, 2025. This request arises from significant concerns regarding...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C- Sand Lake) today stood with local officials, highway superintendents, and infrastructure advocates to demand immediate action from the governor and state legislative leaders to address the severe underfunding of New York’s...

After two years of steadfast advocacy, Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is celebrating the passage of his legislation to officially designate New York as a Purple Heart State. The bill, which had long been stalled in the Assembly, finally secured...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) today joined fellow lawmakers in demanding greater oversight of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), calling attention to legislation (A.6088) that would mandate a comprehensive forensic audit of the...

Today, Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) joined Assemblyman Robert Smullen (R,C-Mohawk Valley and the Adirondacks) and a bipartisan group of legislators in support of the Alexander John Smullen Traffic Safety Memorial Law (A.3938). This proposal,...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) attended yesterday’s Joint Legislative Budget Hearing on Transportation, where he expressed deep concern over the absence of an increase in Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) funding...

Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) joined colleagues yesterday at a press conference to announce his strong support for legislation that would authorize school districts to apply for a waiver from the commissioner of education, allowing them to...

“New Yorkers are being crushed by the highest taxes in the nation, yet working families are abandoned, thousands remain unemployed and we’re ranked No. 1 for outmigration. People are fleeing because of failed leadership and hollow promises. An affordability...

As the New York State Legislature begins its 2025 session, Assemblyman Scott Bendett (R,C-Sand Lake) is committed to advocating for policies that will make New York more affordable for its residents, particularly senior citizens and young families. With...