Fourth of July: A Time to Remember Our Freedoms
Jul 2, 2010
Every summer, we celebrate the Fourth of July by spending time with our friends and families at parades, backyard barbeques and, possibly, watching fireworks. However, while these are all important parts of this summer tradition, it also is a day when...
2010-2011 State Budget: Nearly Complete But Still Lacks Necessary Cuts; Majority Will Likely Increase Burden On New York Taxpayers
Jun 24, 2010
The 2010-2011 State Budget is now more than 80 days late and yet only about 75% of it is finished, leaving $5.5 billion of the original $9.2 billion deficit left to be addressed. With education funding comprising most of what is left in the budget, the...
Memorial Day: A Time To Remember Those Who Have Served Our Nation
May 28, 2010
Memorial Day is an important time for us to reflect on the courage and sacrifice shown by our servicemen and women across the country. On this upcoming Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, I would encourage all New York State residents take a moment and join...
Lack of Albany Leadership Continues Delay of 2010-2011 State Budget
May 21, 2010
After a legislative leaders’ meeting held earlier this week, it became all too clear that even after being more than 50 days late, the Majority parties in both the Assembly and Senate are not concerned about passing the 2010-2011 State Budget. Even...
Hawley Says DMV License Plate Plan Removal Is “Step One”
Nov 16, 2009
I am thrilled that our state leaders are finally listening to the people of our state and the rank-and-file legislators who represent them. It is a step forward that there is an agreement to rescind the plan to require new license plates. However, as...
Hawley Thanks Veterans
Oct 1, 2009
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who participated or were involved in making our recent trip to Washington, D.C. a great success. More than 150 local veterans and their family members joined me for “Patriot Trip II,” which...
Hawley Rallies To Save Dairy
Sep 17, 2009
This week, I organized a rally in LeRoy to bring attention to the urgent need for our state to invest in our dairy industry. With milk prices low and costs at an all-time high, if the state does not intervene immediately, we are looking at losing this...
Hawley: Calling On His Colleagues To Return To Albany
Aug 18, 2009
This year, our state faced some unprecedented challenges and changes. Coupled with the financial meltdown on Wall Street and resulting recession, New Yorkers, especially in Western New York, are particularly feeling the burn of these tough times. However,...
Letter to the Editor
Aug 14, 2009
Dear Editor,
Earlier this week Governor David Paterson began his $175 million “Back to School” program intended to help low-income families with school-related purchases for their children. The program is funded through a $35 million donation...
Swift Action After Elba Bank Robbery
Jun 19, 2009
Letter to the Editor:
The combined efforts of several law enforcement agencies on the morning of June 18 in the Village of Elba led to the swift apprehension of three armed and dangerous bank robbers. The fleeing suspects were first tracked...