Editor’s Note: watch the Gray Area video here. “The proposed executive budget for New York state, which includes a 7.9% increase in state operating spending, raises significant concerns. This increase is well above the rate of inflation and exceeds...

Assemblyman Scott Gray welcomes the announcement of $16 million in NY RUSH funding for the redevelopment of the Watertown Correctional Facility, in addition to the potential for $8 million through an Empire State Development (ESD) matching grant program....

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) released the latest episode of “The Gray Area” video series. This week, Gray shared his thoughts on Gov. Hochul’s State of the State address, which he described as more akin to a State of the City speech due...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) released the latest episode of “The Gray Area” video series. In this week’s episode, Gray reflects on the past year and outlines his agenda for 2025, emphasizing priorities that address the unique needs and values...

“Yesterday, the New York State Assembly Higher Education Committee met to discuss critical issues surrounding the capital needs of higher education institutions across the state, including SUNY, CUNY and independent private colleges and universities....

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) is pleased to announce that several public libraries within the 116th Assembly District have been awarded funding through the New York State Education Department’s State Aid for Library Construction program. This...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) hosted a “Day on the Water” event today to celebrate individuals with special needs and recognize the vital contributions of Jefferson and St. Lawrence ARC, DPAO and NRCI play in their daily lives. These organizations...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) announced a significant investment in local emergency services on Saturday, Aug. 3. The Waddington Fire Department has been awarded a $75,000 grant through the State and Municipal Facilities Program (SAM). This funding...

Assemblymember Scott Gray (R-Watertown) unveiled a comprehensive strategy today to bolster support for prison facilities in the North Country. The new approach emphasizes hosting recruitment teams, promoting the high standards of existing facilities and...

This morning, the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) announced the following facilities to close within the next 90 days: Great Meadow Correctional Facility and Sullivan Correctional Facility. Northern New York...

“The stewardship of state-owned properties has been a top issue for my office during my time in the Assembly, whether it’s the decommissioned prisons, the psych center or SUNY campuses, we need to be good stewards of state-owned properties, and we...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) today highlighted the urgent need for legislative and community action to address the high cost of living in New York state. According to the report, a family of four with two working adults taking care of two children...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) released the latest episode of “The Gray Area” video series. In this week’s episode, Gray highlights the passage and implications of key bills, such as those addressing social media algorithms targeted at children...

The STR lodging market has matured in recent years from a few here and there to a significant marketplace existence. I traveled to the tourism locations last year to better understand the industry, which is part of my responsibilities as the ranking Minority...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R-Watertown) released the latest episode of “The Gray Area” video series. In this week’s episode emphasizing the “busy week” in Albany and the high level of legislative activity, Gray discussed two of the numerous bills...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R,C-Watertown) released the latest episode of “The Gray Area” video series. In this week’s episode, Gray delves into the economic and strategic significance of Fort Drum and discusses his SUNY bill, the SUNY Excess Building...

“After today’s deliberation on the public protections and general government budget bill, while there are some good measures in this bill, such as retail theft provisions and minor Tier 6 reform, this bill, unfortunately, contains a total of five...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R,C-Watertown) released the latest episode of “The Gray Area” video series. In this week’s episode, Gray discusses the lack of planning that has led to legislators going back and forth between Albany and their districts to...

“I commend Sen. Chuck Schumer for his stance against this so-called ‘stealth plan’ and his efforts to ensure our voices are heard. It’s essential our federal agencies operate not in secrecy, but with full transparency and accountability to the...

Assemblyman Scott Gray (R,C-Watertown) released the latest episode of “The Gray Area” video series. In this week’s episode, Gray discusses the lack of a New York state budget and frustrating ad nauseam debates on meaningless bills. Additionally,...